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MX53 SUH

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 5439cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Nov 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

50,595 mi
Last recorded50,595 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2025
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMX53 SUH
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,439cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2025 50,595 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2024 49,241 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2023 46,782 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 19 Oct 2022 45,591 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2021 41,976 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2020 39,365 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2019 33,989 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2017 32,582 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2016 31,681 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2015 30,762 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2014 28,887 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2013 27,520 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2012 26,627 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2011 23,648 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2010 21,821 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2009 18,769 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2009 18,763 miles

Offside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 28 Feb 2008 16,874 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2007 14,828 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2006 13,013 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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MX53 SUH is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 5,439cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 MX53 SUH, 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 MX53 SUH registered?

MX53 SUH is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 9 September 2003.

Is MX53 SUH safe to buy?

The MOT history for MX53 SUH shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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