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HK53 SZC

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Apr 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

52,530 mi
Last recorded52,530 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2025
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHK53 SZC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2025 52,530 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2024 47,983 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Feb 2023 44,040 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 28 Feb 2023 44,040 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 11 Mar 2022 43,046 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2020 42,668 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge also cracks in tread 285/35/18 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge also cracks in tread 285/35/18 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Jun 2019 41,015 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play very light lift. (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Jun 2018 39,405 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2017 39,100 miles

Nearside Front tyre has a cut on the sidewall

Pass 3 Oct 2016 38,911 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2015 37,909 miles

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

Offside Rear tyre has a nail in the tread

Pass 29 Oct 2014 37,208 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2013 33,774 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 5 Jan 2012 30,675 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2011 27,132 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2009 24,178 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2008 22,059 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2007 18,325 miles

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

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

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 17 Nov 2006 15,963 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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HK53 SZC is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 HK53 SZC, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HK53 SZC registered?

HK53 SZC is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 25 November 2003.

Is HK53 SZC safe to buy?

The MOT history for HK53 SZC shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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