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KL53 EXO

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 3724cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 May 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

76,787 mi
Last recorded76,787 miles
Recorded on19 May 2026
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKL53 EXO
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,724cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 May 2026 76,787 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2021 76,247 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Jun 2020 75,304 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Jul 2018 74,380 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2018 74,380 miles

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements WRONG ONE REPLACED WITH CORRECT ONE IN CAR (0.1 (d))

Pass 12 Aug 2016 73,566 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2015 72,999 miles

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

Pass 27 Jul 2013 70,025 miles
Pass 29 May 2010 68,776 miles
Pass 22 May 2009 66,546 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2007 51,068 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2006 41,773 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2006 40,293 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

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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KL53 EXO is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 3,724cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 KL53 EXO, 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 KL53 EXO?

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What year was KL53 EXO registered?

KL53 EXO is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 19 September 2003.

Is KL53 EXO safe to buy?

The MOT history for KL53 EXO shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does KL53 EXO have outstanding finance?

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