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HF04 XVJ

2004 Mercedes-benz Sl

Grey Petrol 5439cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Nov 2024
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

42,740 mi
Last recorded42,740 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2023
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl53,336 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF04 XVJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,439cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Nov 2023 42,740 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 31 Aug 2021 42,608 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2020 42,545 miles
Pass 15 May 2018 42,484 miles

Nearside Front Gas suspension unit slightly deteriorated (2.4.D.1b)

Fail 24 Mar 2017 42,462 miles

Body insecure and dangerous to other road users roof (6.1.B.1b)

Nearside Front Air suspension unit deteriorated and likely to fail (2.4.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)

Pass 3 Jun 2014 40,316 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2013 36,495 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2012 31,215 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp slightly discoloured (1.3.2e)

Pass 1 Jun 2011 28,358 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2010 26,853 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2009 23,955 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2008 20,852 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2007 18,040 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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HF04 XVJ is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl in Grey with a 5,439cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 HF04 XVJ, 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 HF04 XVJ registered?

HF04 XVJ is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 2 July 2004.

Is HF04 XVJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for HF04 XVJ shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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