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AY53 LPV

2004 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 3724cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Feb 2024
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

67,161 mi
Last recorded67,161 miles
Recorded on11 Feb 2023
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl53,336 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY53 LPV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,724cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 Feb 2023 67,161 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2022 67,115 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2020 66,893 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 15 Oct 2020 66,859 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 11 Oct 2019 66,526 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively slight binding both rear brakes.advise (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 11 Oct 2019 66,526 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively slight binding both rear brakes.advise (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 11 Oct 2018 66,085 miles

all tyres starting to perish

Pass 12 Oct 2017 64,817 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2016 64,296 miles

Offside rear brake binding slightly

Pass 8 Oct 2015 63,719 miles

Nearside rear jacking post missing

Offside headlamp washer is incomplete but considered just adequate

Fail 6 Oct 2015 63,711 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

rear brake application uneven Imbalance about 50% on application (3.7.B.2)

rear brakes release unevenly Imbalance about 50% on release (3.7.B.4)

Nearside rear jacking post missing

Offside headlamp washer is incomplete but considered just adequate

Pass 15 Oct 2014 62,747 miles

Nearside rear jacking block missing

Offside headlamp washer defective on main beam lens(Halogen)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 21 Oct 2013 61,010 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2013 60,960 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

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

Service due warning displayed on dash

Pass 11 Oct 2012 59,961 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nearside rear jacking piont buffer missing

Pass 12 Oct 2011 58,072 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

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)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 18 Oct 2010 55,197 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

nearside front tyre sidewall damaged. Ply cord not exposed

Pass 17 Dec 2009 47,792 miles

nearside front tyre outer side wall cut

Pass 6 Jan 2009 37,954 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2007 28,905 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2007 28,905 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

nearside front tyre has 2mm tread

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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AY53 LPV is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 3,724cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 AY53 LPV, 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 AY53 LPV registered?

AY53 LPV is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 January 2004.

Is AY53 LPV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AY53 LPV shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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