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C2 MRE

2004 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2022
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

74,161 mi
Last recorded74,161 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2021
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl53,336 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC2 MRE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2021 74,161 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2017 74,062 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2017 74,060 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Pass 9 Nov 2016 73,584 miles

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 12 Nov 2015 71,488 miles

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

Pass 12 Nov 2014 70,119 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)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 Nov 2013 67,276 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 16 Nov 2012 65,475 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2011 64,245 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2010 63,066 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2009 62,286 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2009 61,611 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2008
Fail 21 Aug 2008 59,940 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 31 Aug 2007 57,446 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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C2 MRE is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 C2 MRE, 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 C2 MRE registered?

C2 MRE is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 4 March 2004.

Is C2 MRE safe to buy?

The MOT history for C2 MRE shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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