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GV53 WDD

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Apr 2027
Tests26 (20 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

81,698 mi
Last recorded81,698 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2026
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV53 WDD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

20 pass 6 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2026 81,698 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Apr 2025 80,790 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 18 Apr 2024 78,967 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 18 Apr 2024 78,967 miles

Offside Rear Brake lining(s) incorrectly mounted (1.1.13 (c)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Apr 2023 77,571 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 6 Apr 2023 77,571 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 12 Apr 2022 75,196 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2022 75,183 miles

Fuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Mar 2021 70,608 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2020 69,813 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2019 66,592 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2018 65,327 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2017 62,420 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2017 62,420 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 27 Jun 2016 59,873 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2016 59,374 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2016 59,363 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner edge (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner edge (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 31 Mar 2015 55,957 miles

n/s/f tyre has small splits in tread on inner edge

n/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 19 Mar 2014 53,407 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2013 51,392 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2012 49,487 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2011 45,535 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2010 42,879 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

unable to fully check brakes,fuel,suspension system owing to covers fitted

Pass 27 Mar 2009 40,273 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2008 36,415 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2008 36,415 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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 WDD is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 WDD, 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 WDD registered?

GV53 WDD is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 16 December 2003.

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