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HX53 BXV

2004 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 5439cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2025
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

48,370 mi
Last recorded48,370 miles
Recorded on18 May 2024
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl53,336 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHX53 BXV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,439cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 May 2024 48,370 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2020 48,358 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2018 48,348 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2018 48,346 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 26 Apr 2017 47,007 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front 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 29 Jan 2016 43,216 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 7 Mar 2015 37,924 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2014 31,378 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 1 Mar 2013 27,040 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2012 23,706 miles
Fail 29 Feb 2012 23,702 miles

Offside Front Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.6.A.1)

Offside Rear Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)

Pass 5 Nov 2010 21,470 miles

Nearside and offside rear suspension units protective gaitor split

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

Pass 14 Jun 2007 5,398 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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HX53 BXV is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 5,439cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 HX53 BXV, 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 HX53 BXV registered?

HX53 BXV is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 7 February 2004.

Is HX53 BXV safe to buy?

The MOT history for HX53 BXV shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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