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AE03 ARE

2004 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 5439cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

64,823 mi
Last recorded64,823 miles
Recorded on21 Dec 2017
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl53,336 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE03 ARE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,439cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Dec 2017 64,823 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2017 64,823 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp insecure (1.1.C.1c)

Pass 15 Nov 2016 64,015 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2015 62,651 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2014 60,434 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2013 58,607 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2012 55,881 miles

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 30 Oct 2012 55,881 miles

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

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 9 Nov 2011 52,862 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2010 50,668 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2009 47,347 miles

n/s/f torque strut dust cover split

o/s/f torque strut dust cover split

Pass 30 Oct 2008 39,673 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2007 30,960 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2007 30,945 miles

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

Pass 26 Jan 2007 24,334 miles

front tyres worn on edges/ under veicle coverd by plastic trims/

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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AE03 ARE is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 5,439cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 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 AE03 ARE, 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

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What year was AE03 ARE registered?

AE03 ARE is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 January 2004.

Is AE03 ARE safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE03 ARE 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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