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AU04 UWX

2004 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 3724cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Apr 2019
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

77,248 mi
Last recorded77,248 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2018
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl53,336 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU04 UWX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,724cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2018 77,248 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2016 76,973 miles

Offside Rear Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 7 Jul 2015 73,062 miles

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 14 Jul 2014 68,832 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2013 62,984 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2013 62,984 miles

An item not tested (Manual)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 2 Feb 2012 57,105 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2011 50,684 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2010 43,798 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2009 36,170 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2009 36,160 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

offside front fog light not working damage to offside front bumper and undertray

Pass 27 Mar 2008 29,390 miles

all tyres wearing on edges

Fail 26 Mar 2008 29,388 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

all tyres wearing on edges

Pass 29 Mar 2007 22,412 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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AU04 UWX 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 78.6%.

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 AU04 UWX, 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 AU04 UWX registered?

AU04 UWX is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 2 March 2004.

Is AU04 UWX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU04 UWX shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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