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HX53 DWW

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 3724cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2018
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

80,925 mi
Last recorded80,925 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2017
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHX53 DWW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,724cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2017 80,925 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2016 75,523 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 19 Apr 2016 75,463 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 11 May 2015 74,307 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

Pass 7 May 2014 71,770 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 2 May 2014 71,770 miles

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

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

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

Pass 2 May 2013 69,834 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2012 65,746 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2011 60,956 miles
Pass 6 May 2010 56,225 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2008 44,365 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2008 43,731 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2006 33,005 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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HX53 DWW is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 3,724cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 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 HX53 DWW, 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 DWW registered?

HX53 DWW is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 28 November 2003.

Is HX53 DWW safe to buy?

The MOT history for HX53 DWW shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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