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LC53 RXG

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 May 2027
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

74,953 mi
Last recorded74,953 miles
Recorded on12 May 2026
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC53 RXG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 May 2026 74,953 miles

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive sump plug (8.4.1 (a) (i))

vehicle underbody corroded

Pass 17 Apr 2024 74,935 miles

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

Pass 23 Aug 2017 74,038 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2016 68,505 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

catalist rattling

Fail 22 Jun 2016 68,505 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

catalist rattling

Pass 3 Jul 2015 63,147 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 22 Jun 2015 63,147 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has an excessively worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 20 Jun 2014 57,929 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 18 Jun 2014 57,929 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 24 Jun 2013 53,079 miles
Pass 10 May 2012 47,264 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2012 45,572 miles

steering lock mechanism not engaging

Pass 2 Mar 2011 43,836 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2010 42,135 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2010 42,135 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 20 Jun 2008 36,915 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2007 31,799 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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LC53 RXG is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 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 LC53 RXG, 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.

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What year was LC53 RXG registered?

LC53 RXG is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 14 November 2003.

Is LC53 RXG safe to buy?

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