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HX53 AJU

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 5439cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Mar 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

116,841 mi
Last recorded116,841 miles
Recorded on2 Mar 2026
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHX53 AJU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,439cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Mar 2026 116,841 miles

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

Pass 18 Oct 2024 114,698 miles

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

Pass 18 Jan 2024 114,509 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2024 114,502 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 27 Apr 2022 112,774 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Sep 2020 104,595 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2019 102,562 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2018 93,845 miles

Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play both sides (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Sep 2017 87,939 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2016 87,291 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 5 Oct 2015 84,546 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2014 81,240 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2013 78,575 miles

front discs corroded on inner edges

nearside rear exhaust hanger detached, but does not affect the system

nearside rear tyres has a cut around diameter, not showing cords

rear tyres nearing limit

Pass 30 Jul 2012 78,375 miles

tyre pressure warning on dash

Fail 28 Jun 2012 78,375 miles

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

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 13 May 2011 71,198 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2010 63,968 miles

nearside front torque arm ball joint boot split

Pass 20 Oct 2009 53,696 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2008 44,033 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2008 44,033 miles

Nearside Front Fluid suspension unit leaking (2.4.D.2) DANGEROUS

Pass 1 Oct 2007 37,505 miles

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

Pass 4 Oct 2006 28,300 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2006 28,294 miles

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

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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HX53 AJU is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 5,439cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 HX53 AJU, 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 HX53 AJU registered?

HX53 AJU is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 October 2003.

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