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KJ53 AMO

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 3724cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Oct 2023
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

78,634 mi
Last recorded78,634 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2022
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKJ53 AMO
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,724cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2022 78,634 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2021 78,556 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2019 74,916 miles

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

Fail 11 Oct 2019 74,133 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

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

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

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

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

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

Pass 17 Oct 2018 68,938 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2016 68,335 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2016 68,332 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Pass 17 Nov 2015 66,505 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2015 66,505 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 13 Nov 2014 64,462 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2013 62,217 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2012 59,840 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2011 57,748 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2010 55,507 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2009 52,772 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2008 48,894 miles

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

Pass 12 Mar 2008 46,030 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2007 43,453 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2007 43,453 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 7 Oct 2006 34,302 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2006 34,244 miles

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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KJ53 AMO is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 3,724cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 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 KJ53 AMO, 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 KJ53 AMO?

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What year was KJ53 AMO registered?

KJ53 AMO is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 8 October 2003.

Is KJ53 AMO safe to buy?

The MOT history for KJ53 AMO shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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