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CF54 UBU

2004 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 3724cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Apr 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

90,717 mi
Last recorded90,717 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2026
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl53,336 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCF54 UBU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,724cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2026 90,717 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 18 Mar 2025 89,237 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play minor (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Mar 2024 88,686 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Mar 2023 88,547 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2022 88,112 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2022 88,112 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 26" flexy blade (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 26" flexy blade (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 8 Mar 2021 87,620 miles

Offside Rear hand brake low effort

Pass 9 Mar 2020 87,274 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2019 86,572 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2018 85,942 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit on 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit on 2mm 255/45/17 (4.1.E.1)

Pass 28 Feb 2017 85,107 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 29 Feb 2016 83,551 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2015 81,167 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2014 79,219 miles

front tyres wearing on edge

Fail 28 Feb 2014 79,219 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

front tyres wearing on edge

Pass 26 Feb 2013 76,376 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2012 71,385 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2011 65,908 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2010 56,539 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2008 47,912 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2007 38,206 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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CF54 UBU 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 90.5%.

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 CF54 UBU, 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 CF54 UBU registered?

CF54 UBU is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 December 2004.

Is CF54 UBU safe to buy?

The MOT history for CF54 UBU shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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