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LT53 FBJ

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 3724cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jul 2018
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

98,795 mi
Last recorded98,795 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2017
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLT53 FBJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,724cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Jul 2017 98,795 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2016 96,575 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2015 91,795 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 26 Apr 2014 84,247 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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

Pass 27 Nov 2012 78,116 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2011 72,214 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2010 58,163 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2009 42,097 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2008 37,824 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2007 31,819 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2007 31,743 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Offside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 28 Sep 2006 24,095 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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LT53 FBJ is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 3,724cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 LT53 FBJ, 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 LT53 FBJ registered?

LT53 FBJ is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 2 October 2003.

Is LT53 FBJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LT53 FBJ shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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