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HX53 BYK

2004 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 6208cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Nov 2027
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

33,033 mi
Last recorded33,033 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2026
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl53,336 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHX53 BYK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine6,208cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 14 Oct 2026 33,033 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 29 Oct 2025 32,897 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber lower ball joint play

Pass 13 Nov 2024 31,706 miles

Full length under shields fitted preventing full inspection of various components.

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Just starting to corrode in various places. (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Just starting to corrode in various places. (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Nov 2023 30,884 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2022 30,838 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2021 29,084 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Mar 2019 28,306 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2018 28,001 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2017 27,271 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2015 25,807 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2014 25,775 miles
Pass 22 May 2013 25,747 miles
Pass 17 May 2012 25,693 miles
Pass 23 May 2011 24,990 miles
Pass 20 May 2010 23,542 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2009 21,843 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2008 21,110 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2006 17,259 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 BYK is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 6,208cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 HX53 BYK, 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 BYK registered?

HX53 BYK is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 10 February 2004.

Is HX53 BYK safe to buy?

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