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HF53 SSK

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 3724cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Apr 2023
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

93,693 mi
Last recorded93,693 miles
Recorded on5 Apr 2022
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF53 SSK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,724cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Apr 2022 93,693 miles

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

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rears aged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 16 Apr 2021 91,874 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2020 90,596 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2019 90,041 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2018 89,477 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2017 88,734 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2016 88,312 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2015 87,630 miles
Pass 8 May 2014 77,423 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Apr 2013 70,537 miles

Nearside 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)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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

Pass 17 May 2012 61,726 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2012 61,674 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2011 57,076 miles

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 1 Feb 2011 57,076 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2009 42,543 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2008 32,924 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2007 25,777 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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HF53 SSK is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 3,724cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 HF53 SSK, 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 HF53 SSK registered?

HF53 SSK is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 6 October 2003.

Is HF53 SSK safe to buy?

The MOT history for HF53 SSK shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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