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AO04 RAY

2004 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 3724cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 May 2022
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

97,326 mi
Last recorded97,326 miles
Recorded on28 May 2021
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl53,336 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO04 RAY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,724cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 May 2021 97,326 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Mar 2019 97,191 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2018 96,197 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2017 90,513 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2016 82,794 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2016 82,792 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 1 Sep 2015 78,401 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2015 78,353 miles

both rear tyres worn on inner edges

nearside front and offside rear tyres cracking

Pass 25 Jun 2014 78,087 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2013 77,294 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Jul 2012 76,409 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2011 75,810 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2010 73,386 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2009 69,098 miles

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

Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 26 Jun 2008 62,450 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2007 44,389 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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AO04 RAY is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 3,724cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 AO04 RAY, 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.

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What year was AO04 RAY registered?

AO04 RAY is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 18 March 2004.

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