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RF53 UBJ

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Aug 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

44,594 mi
Last recorded44,594 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2026
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF53 UBJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2026 44,594 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2025 43,572 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2024 42,919 miles

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

Offside Front Nail in tyre

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

Pass 20 Apr 2023
Pass 18 Nov 2021 41,751 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2020 41,161 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2019 40,179 miles

Undertray fitted

Pass 6 Sep 2018 39,689 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2017 39,466 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2016 37,931 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2015 34,486 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2015 34,486 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 26 Aug 2014 32,766 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2013 30,507 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2012 28,710 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2011 26,789 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2010 26,081 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2009 24,295 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2008 21,424 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2007 19,073 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

rear brake condition low

Pass 11 Oct 2006 15,665 miles

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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RF53 UBJ is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 RF53 UBJ, 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 RF53 UBJ registered?

RF53 UBJ is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 10 October 2003.

Is RF53 UBJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for RF53 UBJ shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RF53 UBJ have outstanding finance?

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