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HG53 GYT

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Sep 2021
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

47,558 mi
Last recorded47,558 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2020
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG53 GYT
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 18 Sep 2020 47,558 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Sep 2019 46,617 miles

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 24 Sep 2018 43,571 miles

Nearside Front Outer ball joint slight wear [rear ]

Pass 8 Sep 2017 38,895 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Front suspension has slight play in an outer ball joint closest to rear of car (2.5.B.2a)

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

Pass 16 Sep 2016 34,013 miles

under tray fitted

Pass 14 Sep 2015 29,105 miles

both rear tyres on limits

tape on dash board

Pass 19 Mar 2014 28,441 miles

rear tyres wearing on inner edges

Pass 6 Mar 2013 26,242 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2011 24,768 miles

n/s/f wiper blade juddering on windscreen

Pass 11 Mar 2010 23,263 miles

Oil leak

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 28 Oct 2008 20,452 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2007 18,003 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2006 13,681 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2006 12,451 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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HG53 GYT is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 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 HG53 GYT, 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 HG53 GYT registered?

HG53 GYT is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 13 October 2003.

Is HG53 GYT safe to buy?

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