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RN52 EKP

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jul 2013
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

86,111 mi
Last recorded86,111 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2012
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRN52 EKP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2012 86,111 miles

both front tyres cracking inbertween tread

Pass 20 Jun 2011 81,635 miles

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

Pass 29 Jun 2010 76,791 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2009 64,804 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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

Pass 3 Jul 2008 58,381 miles

advise undershields fitted inspec tion difficult.

Fail 26 Jun 2008 58,116 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Nearside Front Fluid suspension unit leaking (2.4.D.2)

advise undershields fitted inspec tion difficult.

Pass 7 Jul 2007 45,395 miles

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

Pass 1 Jul 2006 29,629 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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RN52 EKP is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 RN52 EKP, 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 RN52 EKP registered?

RN52 EKP is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 6 January 2003.

Is RN52 EKP safe to buy?

The MOT history for RN52 EKP shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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