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SL53 RAG

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 5439cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Sep 2026
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

58,809 mi
Last recorded58,809 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2025
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL53 RAG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,439cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 5 Sep 2025 58,809 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2023 58,377 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2022 57,780 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2020 57,522 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2020 57,137 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2018 57,034 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2017 54,285 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2015 51,715 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2014 48,395 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2013 46,845 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2012 43,097 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)

Pass 19 Oct 2011 39,321 miles

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

Pass 23 Oct 2010 35,665 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Sep 2009 34,134 miles

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

Pass 20 Dec 2007 27,995 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2006 25,549 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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SL53 RAG is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 5,439cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 SL53 RAG, 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 SL53 RAG registered?

SL53 RAG is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 2 October 2003.

Is SL53 RAG safe to buy?

The MOT history for SL53 RAG shows 16 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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