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JO02 NOR

2004 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 3724cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Mar 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

102,549 mi
Last recorded102,549 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2025
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl53,336 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJO02 NOR
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,724cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2025 102,549 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2024 102,501 miles

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

Fail 24 Nov 2023 102,496 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 20 Oct 2023 102,470 miles

Front Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 19 Oct 2022 102,344 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2021 101,167 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2020 96,182 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2019 95,907 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2018 95,451 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2017 94,244 miles

front tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 6 Apr 2016 88,554 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2015 73,123 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2014 66,166 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2013 57,750 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2012 49,615 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2011 45,922 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2010 41,032 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2009 38,003 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2008 30,471 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2007 24,163 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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JO02 NOR is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 3,724cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 JO02 NOR, 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 JO02 NOR registered?

JO02 NOR is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 29 January 2004.

Is JO02 NOR safe to buy?

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