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HV54 VYM

2004 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2025
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

69,140 mi
Last recorded69,140 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2024
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl53,336 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV54 VYM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2024 69,140 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2023 68,848 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2022 68,466 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2021 68,306 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2020 67,502 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2019 66,978 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2018 66,712 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2017 66,486 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2016 66,138 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2015 64,723 miles
Pass 3 May 2014 59,606 miles
Pass 3 May 2013 55,339 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2012 50,335 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2011 49,137 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2010 47,450 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2010 47,431 miles

Nearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 28 Nov 2008 40,727 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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HV54 VYM is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 HV54 VYM, 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 HV54 VYM registered?

HV54 VYM is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 21 September 2004.

Is HV54 VYM safe to buy?

The MOT history for HV54 VYM shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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