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SX53 REU

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 3724cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jan 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

66,966 mi
Last recorded66,966 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2025
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSX53 REU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,724cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2025 66,966 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2024 65,163 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Pass 7 Dec 2023 63,202 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2022 62,146 miles

Rear wheel arches corroded

Pass 8 Dec 2021 60,505 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2020 60,060 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2019 58,229 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2019 58,205 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Dec 2018 55,672 miles

handbrake percentage only just met minimum requirements

Pass 13 Dec 2017 53,493 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2016 50,881 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2015 48,343 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2014 44,472 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2013 40,581 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 Dec 2012 37,746 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2011 35,259 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2010 30,967 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2010 30,858 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 14 Dec 2009 27,760 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2008 23,843 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2007 21,378 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2006 16,951 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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SX53 REU is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 3,724cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 SX53 REU, 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 SX53 REU registered?

SX53 REU is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 31 December 2003.

Is SX53 REU safe to buy?

The MOT history for SX53 REU shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SX53 REU have outstanding finance?

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