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LM52 XVG

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 5439cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2022
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

80,914 mi
Last recorded80,914 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2021
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM52 XVG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,439cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2021 80,914 miles

Offside Rear tyre starting to wear on inner edge of tread

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Jun 2020 76,940 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 13 May 2019 71,926 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated front of two (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged slight bulge on outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated front of two (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 19 May 2017 68,299 miles

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

Pass 15 Apr 2016 57,569 miles

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

Pass 16 Dec 2014 45,409 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2014 43,444 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2013 42,284 miles

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

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

Pass 19 Dec 2011 40,842 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2010 36,171 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

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

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

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 14 Jun 2010 36,171 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Apr 2009 29,693 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2008 26,845 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2008 26,843 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

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

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

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

Pass 1 Sep 2007 15,865 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2006 12,609 miles

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

Offside Rear 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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LM52 XVG is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 5,439cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 LM52 XVG, 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 LM52 XVG registered?

LM52 XVG is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 6 February 2003.

Is LM52 XVG safe to buy?

The MOT history for LM52 XVG shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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