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3 CHJ

2004 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 5439cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2023
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

15,255 mi
Last recorded15,255 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2022
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl53,336 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration3 CHJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,439cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2022 15,255 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2021 14,976 miles

Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing 4x Strut dust covers starting to perish (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 12 Jun 2020 14,533 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2019 13,517 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2018 12,334 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2017 11,785 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2016 11,765 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2015 11,752 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2014 11,578 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2013 10,811 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2013 10,811 miles

An item not tested (Manual)

Pass 30 Mar 2012 10,140 miles

battery low charge

tyre monitor req reset

Pass 1 Apr 2011 9,787 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2010 9,764 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2009 8,682 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2008 7,874 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2007 7,384 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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3 CHJ is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 5,439cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 3 CHJ, 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 3 CHJ?

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What year was 3 CHJ registered?

3 CHJ is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 5 April 2004.

Is 3 CHJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for 3 CHJ shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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