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GB53 AMG

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 5439cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2026
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

46,429 mi
Last recorded46,429 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2025
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGB53 AMG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,439cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 23 Apr 2025 46,429 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2024 45,998 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2018 45,981 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2017 45,291 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 26 Jan 2016 43,315 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2016 42,398 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2015 40,792 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2014 35,912 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Wear lip on front discs. Pads ok

Pass 7 Feb 2013 34,421 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2012 31,269 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 24 Aug 2011 26,482 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2010 17,278 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2009 12,863 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2008 12,178 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2007 9,839 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2006 7,360 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz Sl?

Based on 528,820 MOT tests across 35,553 vehicles.

83.4%
Pass Rate
2,023
Miles/Year
43
Year Lifespan
35,553
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 8,801
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 3,812
Brake pipe excessively corroded 3,463
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 3,077
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 2,767
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GB53 AMG is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 5,439cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 GB53 AMG, 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 GB53 AMG registered?

GB53 AMG is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 8 September 2003.

Is GB53 AMG safe to buy?

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