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HF54 BBX

2004 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 3724cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Nov 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

11,431 mi
Last recorded11,431 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2025
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl53,336 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF54 BBX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,724cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2025 11,431 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2024 11,308 miles

n/s number plate lens cracked

Pass 13 Nov 2023 10,911 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2022 10,273 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2021 9,952 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2020 9,381 miles

Offside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 23 Oct 2019 9,094 miles

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

Pass 25 Oct 2018 8,632 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2017 8,120 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2016 7,476 miles

engine and underbody covers fitted unable to check some components

Pass 19 Oct 2015 6,775 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2014 6,260 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2013 4,871 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2012 3,285 miles

front tyres - outer shoulders start to crack.

rear tyres - cuts on the outer walls, tread surface cracked.

Fail 9 Oct 2012 3,285 miles

Front registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

front tyres - outer shoulders start to crack.

rear tyres - cuts on the outer walls, tread surface cracked.

Pass 27 Oct 2011 2,938 miles

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

all tyres stert to crack

nsr tyre cut on the outer wall.

Pass 12 Oct 2010 2,375 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2009 2,000 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2008 1,558 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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HF54 BBX is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 3,724cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 HF54 BBX, 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 HF54 BBX registered?

HF54 BBX is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 25 October 2004.

Is HF54 BBX safe to buy?

The MOT history for HF54 BBX shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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