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GL53 AXA

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 3724cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

92,032 mi
Last recorded92,032 miles
Recorded on9 May 2018
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL53 AXA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,724cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 May 2018 92,032 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 16 May 2017 91,595 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2016 91,175 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2016 91,172 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

Pass 2 Jun 2015 90,201 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2014 88,502 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

rear brake pads wearing

Pass 14 Jun 2013 86,527 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2012 83,138 miles
Pass 31 May 2011 79,403 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2010 73,481 miles

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

Pass 21 Apr 2009 67,215 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2008 59,966 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2007 38,129 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Oct 2006 33,234 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2006 33,228 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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GL53 AXA is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 3,724cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 GL53 AXA, 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 GL53 AXA registered?

GL53 AXA is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 24 October 2003.

Is GL53 AXA safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL53 AXA shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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