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BC04 VJZ

2004 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 3724cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Nov 2012
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

26,961 mi
Last recorded26,961 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2011
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl53,336 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Mercedes-benz
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBC04 VJZ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,724cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2011 26,961 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2010 26,143 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2010 26,133 miles

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Rear registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Pass 28 Mar 2008 22,054 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2008 22,054 miles

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Rear registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Pass 15 Jun 2007 20,633 miles

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

Offside 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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BC04 VJZ is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 3,724cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 BC04 VJZ, 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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How do I check the history of BC04 VJZ?

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What year was BC04 VJZ registered?

BC04 VJZ is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 23 July 2004.

Is BC04 VJZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BC04 VJZ shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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