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JMF 1X

2004 Mercedes-benz Sl

Red Petrol 3724cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Nov 2027
Tests26 (21 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80.8%

Mileage

39,091 mi
Last recorded39,091 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

RegistrationJMF 1X
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,724cc

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MOT History

21 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2026 39,091 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2025 38,799 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2024 38,750 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2023 38,388 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2022 37,214 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2022 37,212 miles

Offside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Dec 2021 36,925 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2021 36,925 miles

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

Pass 24 Sep 2020 36,210 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2019 34,704 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2018 32,622 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2017 30,344 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2017 30,344 miles

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 16 Nov 2016 29,023 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2015 27,369 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2014 24,832 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2014 32,167 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2013 20,200 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2012 18,105 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2012 17,993 miles

Nearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 2 Jun 2011 15,439 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2010 12,312 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2010 12,311 miles

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 19 Jun 2009 10,600 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2008 9,523 miles
Pass 30 May 2007 6,387 miles

Aux belt split and worn

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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JMF 1X is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl in Red with a 3,724cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80.8%.

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 JMF 1X, 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

How do I check the history of JMF 1X?

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What year was JMF 1X registered?

JMF 1X is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 25 June 2004.

Is JMF 1X safe to buy?

The MOT history for JMF 1X shows 26 tests with a 80.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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