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NV53 KYY

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 5439cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Sep 2018
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

31,005 mi
Last recorded31,005 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2017
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNV53 KYY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,439cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2017 31,005 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2017 30,996 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Wheel bolt(s) missing one from each road wheel (4.2.A.1e)

Pass 18 Mar 2016 29,935 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2015 28,402 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 8 Mar 2014 26,877 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2013 25,453 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2012 22,633 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2011 20,061 miles

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

very heavy pitting on front inner brake discs,need attention very soon

very heavy wear on rear inner tyre edges and deep cut to o/s/r

Fail 3 Mar 2011 20,031 miles

Front registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

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

very heavy pitting on front inner brake discs,need attention very soon

very heavy wear on rear inner tyre edges and deep cut to o/s/r

Pass 9 Mar 2010 16,974 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2008 13,970 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2008 13,934 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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NV53 KYY is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 5,439cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 NV53 KYY, 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 NV53 KYY registered?

NV53 KYY is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 23 October 2003.

Is NV53 KYY safe to buy?

The MOT history for NV53 KYY shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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