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SL52 USA

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 May 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

82,707 mi
Last recorded82,707 miles
Recorded on7 May 2026
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL52 USA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 May 2026 82,707 miles

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Ball joint (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 24 Jan 2025 80,635 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2025 80,579 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 8 Jan 2024 79,282 miles

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

Pass 14 Feb 2023 78,990 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2022 77,272 miles

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

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 5 Jan 2021 77,149 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 30 Dec 2020 77,145 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Jun 2019 75,852 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear catalysts loose inside

Pass 20 Jun 2018 74,585 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 5 Jun 2017 72,858 miles

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

Pass 21 Jun 2016 71,197 miles

Nearside Front suspension unit has slight seepage.

Pass 11 Jun 2015 69,340 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 Jun 2014 66,170 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 May 2013 62,637 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2012 58,805 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2011 53,266 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2010 48,478 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2009 39,871 miles
Pass 15 May 2008 28,455 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2007 13,965 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2006 13,030 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2005 10,127 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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SL52 USA is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 SL52 USA, 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 SL52 USA registered?

SL52 USA is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 January 2003.

Is SL52 USA safe to buy?

The MOT history for SL52 USA shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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