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LR52 OLB

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 5439cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jun 2027
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

51,215 mi
Last recorded51,215 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR52 OLB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,439cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 23 Jun 2026 51,215 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2025 50,092 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2024 49,248 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2022 48,296 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2021 46,729 miles

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

Pass 25 Aug 2020 46,033 miles

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

Pass 30 Aug 2019 45,568 miles

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

Pass 8 Aug 2018 44,985 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2017 41,534 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2016 40,781 miles

engine shields fitted

Pass 14 Aug 2015 36,251 miles

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

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

Offside Front 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 11 Aug 2014 35,637 miles

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

Pass 23 Aug 2013 34,351 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Aug 2012 31,564 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2011 28,418 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2010 26,327 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2009 23,870 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2008 18,059 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2007 13,619 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2006 10,110 miles

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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LR52 OLB is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 5,439cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 LR52 OLB, 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 LR52 OLB registered?

LR52 OLB is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 21 January 2003.

Is LR52 OLB safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR52 OLB shows 20 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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