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SL53 XXX

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 5439cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2024
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

106,428 mi
Last recorded106,428 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2023
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL53 XXX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,439cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2023 106,428 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 21 May 2018 105,600 miles
Pass 28 May 2016 105,491 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2014 102,788 miles

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

Pass 23 Dec 2013 96,381 miles
Fail 23 Dec 2013 96,381 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 20 Feb 2013 88,251 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2012 81,230 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2011 77,084 miles

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

both front tyres 2 mm

Pass 16 Apr 2010 70,100 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2008 58,588 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 12 Oct 2007 42,988 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2007 35,875 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2006 35,448 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 XXX is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 5,439cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 XXX, 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 SL53 XXX registered?

SL53 XXX is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 September 2003.

Is SL53 XXX safe to buy?

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