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GK53 KUJ

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 3724cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2016
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

88,470 mi
Last recorded88,470 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2015
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK53 KUJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,724cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 30 Jul 2015 88,470 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2014 82,156 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2013 77,669 miles

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

Pass 22 May 2012 73,318 miles

Nearside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 9 Mar 2011 68,279 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2010 65,244 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2008 63,114 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 8 Oct 2007 58,156 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2006 40,695 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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GK53 KUJ is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 3,724cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 GK53 KUJ, 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 GK53 KUJ registered?

GK53 KUJ is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 14 October 2003.

Is GK53 KUJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for GK53 KUJ shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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