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KO53 EOF

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 5439cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2013
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

76,836 mi
Last recorded76,836 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2012
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKO53 EOF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,439cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 2 Aug 2012 76,836 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2010 117,188 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2009 68,124 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2008 55,738 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2007 47,019 miles

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

Offside Front Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

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

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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KO53 EOF is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 5,439cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 KO53 EOF, 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 KO53 EOF registered?

KO53 EOF is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 31 December 2003.

Is KO53 EOF safe to buy?

The MOT history for KO53 EOF shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does KO53 EOF have outstanding finance?

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