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LR53 OHK

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 3724cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 May 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

75,443 mi
Last recorded75,443 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR53 OHK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,724cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2026 75,443 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 7 Apr 2025 72,253 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2024 68,425 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2023 67,518 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2022 66,378 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2021 64,695 miles
Pass 18 May 2019 64,545 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2018 63,049 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2017 59,770 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2014 59,516 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 2 Oct 2014 59,508 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 29 Oct 2013 57,063 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 10 Oct 2012 54,627 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2011

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 14 Oct 2010 49,676 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2009 43,719 miles

front brake discs lipped

Pass 23 Sep 2008 36,389 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2006 25,385 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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LR53 OHK is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 3,724cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 LR53 OHK, 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 LR53 OHK registered?

LR53 OHK is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 12 October 2003.

Is LR53 OHK safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR53 OHK shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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