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KE53 VJJ

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 5500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2025
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

52,420 mi
Last recorded52,420 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2024
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKE53 VJJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,500cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2024 52,420 miles

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

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 6 Apr 2023 48,459 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2016 45,546 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2014 42,291 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2013 40,535 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2013 40,531 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 14 Jun 2012 38,842 miles

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

exhaust rusty

oil leak

Fail 14 Jun 2012 38,842 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

exhaust rusty

oil leak

Pass 8 Jul 2011 37,221 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2010 36,502 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2009 34,094 miles

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

Pass 21 Nov 2008 32,248 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2008 30,920 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2007 29,167 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2007 27,389 miles

brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

front brake pads 1/2 worn

oil leak

Fail 20 Feb 2007 27,389 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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)

Oil leak

brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

front brake pads 1/2 worn

n/s/f tyre slightly worn

o/s/f tyre outer side wall cut

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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KE53 VJJ is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 5,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 KE53 VJJ, 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 KE53 VJJ registered?

KE53 VJJ is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 3 September 2003.

Is KE53 VJJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for KE53 VJJ shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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