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LF53 SXL

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 3724cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Sep 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

178,425 mi
Last recorded178,425 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2026
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF53 SXL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,724cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2026 178,425 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2025 167,258 miles

both rear tyres worn low screw in nearside rear

front and rear brake pads worn low

play in steering rack inner joints

rear brake hoses perished

Pass 21 Oct 2024 159,347 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front and rear both sides (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 11 Oct 2023 148,270 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 14 Oct 2022 135,227 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2021 124,845 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2020 122,013 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2020 122,003 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Nov 2019 119,031 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2018 113,961 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2018 110,918 miles

body covers fitted

front tyres low on tread

poor beam image to headlamps

rear tyres getting low on tread

Pass 20 Jan 2017 106,217 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2017 106,217 miles

Offside Front Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush bearing bush (2.7.4)

Pass 19 Jan 2016 101,851 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2015 98,758 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2014 96,538 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2013 93,687 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2012 90,725 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2011 84,961 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 10 Feb 2009 71,563 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2007

n/s/f and o/s/f windows have been tinted

unable to carry out full inspection due to undertrays fitted

Pass 1 Dec 2006 43,255 miles

Offside Front 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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LF53 SXL is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 3,724cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 LF53 SXL, 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 LF53 SXL?

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What year was LF53 SXL registered?

LF53 SXL is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 December 2003.

Is LF53 SXL safe to buy?

The MOT history for LF53 SXL shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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