MOT Status
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92,943 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 285/35/18 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
parking brake efficiency only just met at 17%
Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect slight leak (5.3.2 (b))
Nearside Front Tyre worn on inner edge
Nearside Rear Shock absorber leaking
Offside Front Shock absorber leaking
Rear Park brake worn
n/s/f tyre slightly worn on inner edge
both rear tyres worn on inner edge
n/s/f tyre worn on inner edge
n/s/f upper ball joint has slight play/worn
n/s/r shock has a misting of oil
o/s/f shock has a misting of oil
front brakes slightly worn
Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS
Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS
Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
o/s/r tyre small deep cut in inner sidewall
FLUID LEAK FROM N/S/F SHOCK ABSORBER,JUST PASSING
How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz Sl?
Based on 528,820 MOT tests across 35,553 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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FJ53 ZTC is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 3,724cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.
Across all 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.5% with a typical mileage of 53,586 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.
The most common reason a Mercedes-benz Sl fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 8,801 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FJ53 ZTC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Mercedes-benz Sl typically stays on UK roads for around 43 years. At 23 years old, this Mercedes-benz Sl is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.
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What year was FJ53 ZTC registered?
FJ53 ZTC is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 9 September 2003.
Is FJ53 ZTC safe to buy?
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