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CP53 VXZ

2004 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jun 2023
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

68,493 mi
Last recorded68,493 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2022
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl53,336 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCP53 VXZ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2022 68,493 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2020 67,373 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2020 67,371 miles

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

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

Pass 19 May 2018 51,994 miles

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

Front wheel bearing has slight play both (2.5.A.3c)

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

Pass 17 Feb 2017 45,488 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2016 43,457 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2015 39,810 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Jan 2014 36,249 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2013 32,289 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2012 27,429 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 3 Feb 2011 23,779 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2010 21,116 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2009 18,619 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2008 16,482 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2006 12,967 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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CP53 VXZ 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 93.3%.

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 CP53 VXZ, 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 CP53 VXZ registered?

CP53 VXZ is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 19 January 2004.

Is CP53 VXZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for CP53 VXZ shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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