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LX53 NMJ

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Green Petrol 3700cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jan 2021
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

37,651 mi
Last recorded37,651 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2020
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX53 NMJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,700cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Jan 2020 37,651 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2018 37,623 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2017 37,601 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2016 37,554 miles
Pass 29 May 2015 37,196 miles
Fail 29 May 2015 37,196 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 19 May 2014 37,181 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2012 36,332 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2011 27,951 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2010 23,996 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2008 18,213 miles

advise near side rear lens broken

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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LX53 NMJ is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Green with a 3,700cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 LX53 NMJ, 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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How do I check the history of LX53 NMJ?

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What year was LX53 NMJ registered?

LX53 NMJ is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 18 December 2003.

Is LX53 NMJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LX53 NMJ shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LX53 NMJ have outstanding finance?

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