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KG53 EFO

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Apr 2025
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

68,562 mi
Last recorded68,562 miles
Recorded on5 Apr 2024
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKG53 EFO
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Apr 2024 68,562 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 5 Apr 2023 67,309 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2022 66,684 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2021 66,073 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2019 64,939 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2018 63,232 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2017 61,715 miles

Front brake discs slight pitting

Fail 12 Jul 2017 61,713 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front brake discs slight pitting

Front tyres slight wear on edges

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

Pass 20 Feb 2017 61,255 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2016 59,192 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2015 57,923 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2014 54,773 miles

all brake flexi hoses corroded

all metal brake pipes corroded

protective under boby covers fitted obstructing view

Pass 4 Mar 2013 51,898 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2012 49,910 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Feb 2011 46,424 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Mar 2010 43,825 miles

front tyres perishing on edges

Pass 26 Feb 2009 41,081 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 6 Aug 2008 40,736 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2007 39,415 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2006 38,716 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2006 38,698 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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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KG53 EFO is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 KG53 EFO, 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

How do I check the history of KG53 EFO?

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What year was KG53 EFO registered?

KG53 EFO is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 30 September 2003.

Is KG53 EFO safe to buy?

The MOT history for KG53 EFO shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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