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LD53 ONV

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 3724cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2019
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

57,731 mi
Last recorded57,731 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2018
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLD53 ONV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,724cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2018 57,731 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Nov 2016 55,090 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2015 51,788 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2014 47,666 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2014 42,459 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2013 34,649 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 Jan 2012 29,229 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2011 24,817 miles

Nearside Front Torque/reaction arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Torque/reaction arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 12 Jan 2010 20,172 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2009 17,486 miles

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

Pass 30 Jan 2008 15,060 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2006 10,994 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2006 10,994 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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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LD53 ONV is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 3,724cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 LD53 ONV, 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 LD53 ONV registered?

LD53 ONV is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 4 December 2003.

Is LD53 ONV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LD53 ONV shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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