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JH02 SUE

2004 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 3724cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jun 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

77,657 mi
Last recorded77,657 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2026
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl53,336 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJH02 SUE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,724cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2026 77,657 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2025 74,405 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2025 74,386 miles

Offside Front Lower Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Jun 2024 71,363 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2023 68,039 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Jun 2022 64,342 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2021 60,191 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2020 59,269 miles

Both front wheel bearings have slight play.

Engine cover and under trays fitted preventing a full inspection of all components including front to rear brake pipes.

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Worn. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Heavily cracked and perishing. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Worn. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Heavily cracked and perishing. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 27 Sep 2019 58,981 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2018 58,424 miles

Under trays Fitted

Pass 25 Aug 2017 57,813 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2016 56,965 miles

engine cover and undertray fitted

Pass 12 Feb 2015 55,326 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 Feb 2014 53,030 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 4 Feb 2013 48,015 miles
Pass 24 May 2012 44,624 miles
Fail 24 May 2012 44,624 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 24 May 2011 40,233 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2009 30,017 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2008 23,867 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2007 20,577 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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JH02 SUE is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 3,724cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 JH02 SUE, 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 JH02 SUE registered?

JH02 SUE is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 30 September 2004.

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The MOT history for JH02 SUE shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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