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KL52 GZZ

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jun 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

62,888 mi
Last recorded62,888 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKL52 GZZ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2026 62,888 miles

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

Pass 12 Jun 2025 56,240 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2024 54,709 miles
Pass 31 May 2023 51,937 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2022 50,887 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2021 50,549 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2021 50,549 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 Jun 2020 50,157 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2019 48,935 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2018 48,485 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2017 47,927 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2016 43,504 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2015 40,349 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2014 36,911 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 12 Mar 2013 35,486 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 5 Mar 2012 34,621 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2012 34,607 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 28 Feb 2011 33,153 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2010 32,686 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2009 29,117 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 5 Mar 2008
Pass 15 Mar 2007 21,547 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2007 21,547 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

both front tyre treads low

Pass 24 Jan 2006 13,636 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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KL52 GZZ is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 KL52 GZZ, 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 KL52 GZZ registered?

KL52 GZZ is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 14 February 2003.

Is KL52 GZZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for KL52 GZZ shows 24 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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