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KJ53 LPN

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 5439cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 May 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

75,536 mi
Last recorded75,536 miles
Recorded on7 May 2025
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKJ53 LPN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,439cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 May 2025 75,536 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2023 75,249 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2022 74,848 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2020 73,812 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2019 70,560 miles

Nearside Front TYRE DETERIORATED

Offside Front TYRE DETERIORATED

Pass 24 Apr 2018 70,268 miles

ENGINE COVER FITTED

UNDER TRAYS FITTED

Pass 11 Apr 2017 66,817 miles

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

Pass 25 Apr 2016 63,575 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2015 58,000 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2014 49,422 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2013 40,066 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2012 38,139 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2010 32,869 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2010 32,857 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 25 Jul 2009 29,270 miles

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

Pass 16 Jul 2008 26,112 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2007 23,627 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2006 21,247 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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KJ53 LPN is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 5,439cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 KJ53 LPN, 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 KJ53 LPN registered?

KJ53 LPN is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 15 September 2003.

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