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Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
Nearside Front Air suspension unit damaged and likely to fail (2.4.D.1b)
Offside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
Speedometer clearly inoperative (6.7.2)
BOTH REAR TYRES WORN ON EDGES AND DOWN TO 2MM, SLIGHT PLAY IN OS FRONT WHEEL BEARING, ALL BRAKE DISCS SLIGHTLY LIPPRD
Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
Nearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Offside Front Air suspension unit damaged and likely to fail (2.4.D.1b)
BOTH REAR TYRES SLIGHTLY WORN ON EDGES,
FRONT TYRES WORN ON EDGES
Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz Sl?
Based on 528,820 MOT tests across 35,553 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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PN53 VLF is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.
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 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 PN53 VLF, 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
How do I check the history of PN53 VLF?
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What year was PN53 VLF registered?
PN53 VLF is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 3 September 2003.
Is PN53 VLF safe to buy?
The MOT history for PN53 VLF shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does PN53 VLF have outstanding finance?
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