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KD52 DDD

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Feb 2022
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

113,508 mi
Last recorded113,508 miles
Recorded on11 Feb 2021
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKD52 DDD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Feb 2021 113,508 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2020 113,185 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Jan 2019 112,869 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2018 112,121 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2018 112,121 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Horn not a continuous or uniform sound (1.6.2e)

Pass 8 Feb 2017 110,873 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2017 110,873 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 Feb 2016 109,350 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2015 108,612 miles

EML on

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 Jun 2014 106,838 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Apr 2013 103,697 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2012 98,720 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2012 98,715 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Feb 2011 98,292 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 30 Jan 2010 97,654 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2009 86,873 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2008 76,803 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2007 65,238 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2006 53,422 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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KD52 DDD 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 84.2%.

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 KD52 DDD, 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 KD52 DDD registered?

KD52 DDD is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 7 January 2003.

Is KD52 DDD safe to buy?

The MOT history for KD52 DDD shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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