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KG53 YUK

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jul 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

58,478 mi
Last recorded58,478 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2026
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKG53 YUK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2026 58,478 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 10 Jul 2026 58,478 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 2 Jul 2025 57,943 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Apr 2023 56,121 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2017 47,656 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2016 46,108 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2015 44,086 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2014 41,627 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2013 38,968 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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 27 Oct 2012 37,775 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2011 36,583 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2010 35,478 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2009 33,871 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2008 33,180 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2007 31,134 miles

large under trays

Pass 26 Sep 2006 28,741 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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KG53 YUK is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 YUK, 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 KG53 YUK registered?

KG53 YUK is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 24 October 2003.

Is KG53 YUK safe to buy?

The MOT history for KG53 YUK shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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