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FN54 AJO

2004 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 5500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Dec 2025
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

51,145 mi
Last recorded51,145 miles
Recorded on29 Dec 2024
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl53,336 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFN54 AJO
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,500cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Dec 2024 51,145 miles

Nearside Front Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases from rusty clamp (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 27 Sep 2023 50,488 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Apr 2021 50,196 miles

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 9 Jan 2020 47,626 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2018 45,757 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play lower rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Pass 28 Dec 2017 45,346 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 4 Nov 2016 43,341 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2015 38,422 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2014 38,038 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2012 36,541 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2010 36,226 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2009 33,470 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2008 28,850 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Pass 21 Oct 2008 28,850 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2007 23,937 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2007 23,873 miles

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

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

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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FN54 AJO is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 5,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 FN54 AJO, 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 FN54 AJO registered?

FN54 AJO is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 7 October 2004.

Is FN54 AJO safe to buy?

The MOT history for FN54 AJO shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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