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LT53 TTK

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 5513cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Mar 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

49,495 mi
Last recorded49,495 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2026
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLT53 TTK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,513cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2026 49,495 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material NSF&OSF (1.1.11 (c))

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output NSF&OSF (4.1.4 (b))

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement NSF&OSF lower - rear arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Wheel bearing has slight play NSF&OSF , bearing nut need tight a bit. (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated OSF lower - front arm ball joint dust cover (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated NSR&OSR cracking (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 26 Mar 2025 49,127 miles

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

Front Wheel bearing has slight play Both. (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear arm bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Front arm. (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear arm bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both. (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 15 Mar 2024 47,009 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output NSF&OSF (4.1.4 (b))

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement NSF&OSF lower-rear arm bush is splitting!! (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Wheel bearing has slight play NSF&OSF (need tightened the nut on the bearing) (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Nearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Offside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Offside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated NSR&OSR cracking (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 24 Jan 2023 43,727 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2023 43,727 miles

Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Jan 2022 38,444 miles

Engine cover/s fitted not allowing full inspection of vehicle

Oil leak, but not excessive Gearbox area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Undertray/s fitted not allowing full inspection of vehicle

Fail 21 Dec 2021 38,444 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Engine cover/s fitted not allowing full inspection of vehicle

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Strong Advise (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm of tread (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Strong Advise (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive Gearbox area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Undertray/s fitted not allowing full inspection of vehicle

Pass 4 Dec 2020 34,483 miles

***Gearbox oil cooler pipe rubbing on under tray.***

Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 May 2019 26,465 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2018 24,293 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2016 24,238 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2016 24,238 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 19 Jun 2015 24,193 miles
Pass 28 May 2014 22,832 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2010 19,895 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2009 17,869 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2008 15,432 miles

slight imbalance rear brakes

Pass 20 Aug 2007 13,048 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 TTK is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 5,513cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 TTK, 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 LT53 TTK registered?

LT53 TTK is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 17 September 2003.

Is LT53 TTK safe to buy?

The MOT history for LT53 TTK shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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