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LS53 JVX

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 5439cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jul 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

36,082 mi
Last recorded36,082 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2026
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS53 JVX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,439cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2026 36,082 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2025 33,617 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing ALL FOUR (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 23 Sep 2024 33,538 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all four (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 8 Sep 2023 33,404 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all four (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 26 Sep 2022 33,266 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 29 Sep 2021 32,954 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2020 32,859 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2019 32,486 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2018 32,269 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2017 32,053 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2016 31,698 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2015 31,295 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2015 31,212 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 4 Feb 2014 30,996 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2013 30,427 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2012 29,836 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2011 28,490 miles

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 31 Mar 2010 24,724 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2009 23,160 miles

crack in wind sheild. (smaller than 10mm in diameter)

Fail 12 Mar 2009 23,160 miles

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

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

crack in wind sheild. (smaller than 10mm in diameter)

Pass 22 Feb 2008 22,037 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

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

Pass 10 Sep 2007 16,120 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2006 13,368 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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LS53 JVX is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 5,439cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 LS53 JVX, 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 LS53 JVX?

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What year was LS53 JVX registered?

LS53 JVX is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 18 December 2003.

Is LS53 JVX safe to buy?

The MOT history for LS53 JVX shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LS53 JVX have outstanding finance?

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