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LE53 GXH

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 3724cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2019
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

139,372 mi
Last recorded139,372 miles
Recorded on18 May 2018
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLE53 GXH
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,724cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 May 2018 139,372 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2017 136,618 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 31 Mar 2016 130,036 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2015 112,294 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2014 100,281 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2014 100,281 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 10 Jan 2013 83,120 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2012 80,353 miles

n/s/r tyre tread wearing low in the centre

Fail 12 Sep 2012 80,288 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

n/s/r tyre tread wearing low in the centre

Fail 4 Oct 2011 71,794 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 4 Oct 2011 71,794 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2010 62,091 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 1 Oct 2009 52,610 miles

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

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 18 Sep 2008 43,992 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2007 33,648 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 25 Sep 2006 22,582 miles

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

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

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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LE53 GXH is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 3,724cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 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 LE53 GXH, 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 LE53 GXH registered?

LE53 GXH is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 30 September 2003.

Is LE53 GXH safe to buy?

The MOT history for LE53 GXH shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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