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BU54 UOO

2004 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 3724cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Sep 2023
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

134,587 mi
Last recorded134,587 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2022
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl53,336 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU54 UOO
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,724cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2022 134,587 miles

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

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

Fail 2 Sep 2022 134,851 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

Pass 6 Nov 2017 130,957 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2016 125,009 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2015 120,934 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2015 120,934 miles

Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Pass 14 Oct 2014 116,736 miles

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)

Pass 18 Oct 2013 110,340 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2012 97,705 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2011 86,601 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2010 75,732 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2009 60,879 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2008 48,886 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Aug 2007 35,032 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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BU54 UOO is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 3,724cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 BU54 UOO, 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 BU54 UOO registered?

BU54 UOO is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 September 2004.

Is BU54 UOO safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU54 UOO shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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