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GV53 VTO

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 5439cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

47,380 mi
Last recorded47,380 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2016
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV53 VTO
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,439cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2016 47,380 miles

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn linkage (2.7.4)

Offside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn linkage (2.7.4)

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

Pass 4 Apr 2015 46,002 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 Jan 2014 43,756 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2013 28,202 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2013 28,083 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 3 Jan 2012 25,855 miles

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

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

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 Jan 2011 22,082 miles

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

Pass 5 Jan 2010 13,501 miles

n/s door mirror loose

Pass 11 Dec 2008 6,268 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2008 4,185 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2007 4,089 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2006 3,383 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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GV53 VTO is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 5,439cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 GV53 VTO, 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 GV53 VTO registered?

GV53 VTO is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 31 October 2003.

Is GV53 VTO safe to buy?

The MOT history for GV53 VTO shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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