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YX53 NZF

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 3724cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Aug 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

40,907 mi
Last recorded40,907 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2026
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYX53 NZF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,724cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2026 40,907 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2025 37,835 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2024 34,687 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2023 32,012 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2022 28,583 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2021 26,562 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2020 22,356 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2019 21,007 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2017 20,131 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2015 18,156 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2014 17,255 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2013 15,445 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2013 15,445 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 Jul 2012 13,270 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2011 10,433 miles

plastic covers fitted to underside of vehicle

Pass 25 Oct 2010 9,236 miles

plastic covers fitted to outer sills

Pass 13 Oct 2009 8,092 miles

Nearside Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

plastic covers fitted to underside of vehicle

Pass 26 Sep 2008 6,579 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2007 5,296 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2006 3,706 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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YX53 NZF is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 3,724cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 YX53 NZF, 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 YX53 NZF registered?

YX53 NZF is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 25 October 2003.

Is YX53 NZF safe to buy?

The MOT history for YX53 NZF shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YX53 NZF have outstanding finance?

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