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HX53 EYW

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Red Petrol 5439cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Apr 2027
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

35,586 mi
Last recorded35,586 miles
Recorded on1 May 2026
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHX53 EYW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,439cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 1 May 2026 35,586 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2025 34,992 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2024 34,257 miles

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

Pass 5 Apr 2023 33,605 miles

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

Pass 30 Mar 2022 32,706 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))

Pass 31 Mar 2021 31,657 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))

Pass 12 Mar 2020 31,499 miles

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

Pass 5 Mar 2019 30,197 miles

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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

Pass 17 Jan 2018 27,666 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 21 Feb 2017 24,709 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2016 19,671 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2015 18,930 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2014 17,705 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2013 16,370 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2012 14,217 miles

Offside front brake disc corroded on inner face

Pass 25 Aug 2011 11,710 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2010 10,078 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2009 8,508 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2008 7,113 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2007 5,982 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2006 2,482 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 EYW is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Red with a 5,439cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 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 HX53 EYW, 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 HX53 EYW registered?

HX53 EYW is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 2 September 2003.

Is HX53 EYW safe to buy?

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