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LG53 AVK

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2019
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

59,110 mi
Last recorded59,110 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2018
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG53 AVK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2018 59,110 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2018 59,110 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 6 Apr 2018 58,539 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2017 58,059 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2016 57,224 miles

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

slight play in steering rack ends

Fail 19 Apr 2016 57,223 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

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

slight play in steering rack ends

Pass 20 Apr 2015 56,181 miles

Offside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 20 May 2014 53,724 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 20 May 2014 53,715 miles

Nearside Front Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 Apr 2010 36,417 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

slight play in nearside and offside front wheel bearings

Pass 11 Apr 2009 26,539 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2008 16,085 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2007 15,575 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2006 15,375 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

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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LG53 AVK is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 LG53 AVK, 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 LG53 AVK registered?

LG53 AVK is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 28 December 2003.

Is LG53 AVK safe to buy?

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