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156 UYC

2004 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 3724cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jan 2021
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

45,896 mi
Last recorded45,896 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2020
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl53,336 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration156 UYC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,724cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2020 45,896 miles

plastic covers prevents full inspection of various components

Pass 5 Jun 2018 45,294 miles
Fail 24 May 2018 45,294 miles

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

Pass 26 May 2017 44,639 miles
Pass 10 May 2016 43,351 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2015 41,241 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2014 39,762 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2013 36,255 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2013 36,251 miles

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

Pass 16 Apr 2012 33,587 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2011 30,176 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2010 23,688 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2010 22,674 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 14 Feb 2008 12,977 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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156 UYC is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 3,724cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.8% with a typical mileage of 53,336 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 156 UYC, 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 22 years old, this Mercedes-benz Sl is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of 156 UYC?

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What year was 156 UYC registered?

156 UYC is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 31 December 2004.

Is 156 UYC safe to buy?

The MOT history for 156 UYC shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does 156 UYC have outstanding finance?

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