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RE53 FJP

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 3724cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Apr 2027
Tests27 (21 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

125,120 mi
Last recorded125,120 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2026
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRE53 FJP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,724cc

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MOT History

21 pass 6 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2026 125,120 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both side (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both side (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Jan 2025 124,534 miles

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

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

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

Pass 29 Dec 2023 114,493 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Apr 2023 114,370 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2023 114,370 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 6 Apr 2022 113,600 miles

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

Pass 20 Apr 2021 111,413 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect **Strong Advise** (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 13 Apr 2021 111,342 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 255/45/17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect **Strong Advise** (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 25 Mar 2020 110,025 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2019 108,749 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2018 105,325 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2017 104,685 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2016 103,696 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2015 103,111 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2014 100,595 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2013 96,250 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2013 96,250 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3) DANGEROUS

Pass 6 Oct 2012 86,604 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both rear tyres worn on inner edge

front number plate damaged

front wheel bearings have slight play

Fail 6 Oct 2012 86,604 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

both rear tyres worn on inner edge

front number plate damaged

front wheel bearings have slight play

Pass 10 Oct 2011 74,525 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

front brake disc's worn

Fail 10 Oct 2011 74,525 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

front brake disc's worn

Pass 5 Oct 2010 66,309 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 14 Sep 2009 60,428 miles

OFFSIDE DIPPED BEAM NOT WORKING AT START OF TEST--FLASHED AND CAME ON AT END, ADVISED CUSTOMER WILL PROBABLY GO AGAIN!

Pass 25 Sep 2008 52,238 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2007 48,105 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2006 42,006 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2006 42,006 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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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RE53 FJP is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 3,724cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 RE53 FJP, 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 RE53 FJP registered?

RE53 FJP is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 29 September 2003.

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