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VO52 EXT

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 May 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

57,645 mi
Last recorded57,645 miles
Recorded on13 May 2026
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVO52 EXT
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 May 2026 57,645 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2024 55,258 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2023 53,306 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2022 53,081 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2022 53,081 miles

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Fail 14 Sep 2022 53,068 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Front Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Dec 2021 52,820 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2014 52,383 miles

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

nearside front tyre worn on inner edge

offside front tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 26 Sep 2012 52,019 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 25 Sep 2012 52,019 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 10 Jun 2011 50,815 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

o/s/f tyre wearing on inner edge

some damage to n/s mirror glass

Pass 9 Nov 2009 47,591 miles

slight damage to n/s mirror

Pass 12 Nov 2008 43,460 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2007 41,032 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2006 33,219 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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VO52 EXT is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 VO52 EXT, 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 VO52 EXT registered?

VO52 EXT is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 10 February 2003.

Is VO52 EXT safe to buy?

The MOT history for VO52 EXT shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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