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JT53 JBT

2004 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 3724cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 May 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

56,622 mi
Last recorded56,622 miles
Recorded on21 May 2026
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl53,336 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJT53 JBT
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,724cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 May 2026 56,622 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2025 55,941 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2024 55,000 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Mar 2021 53,154 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Mar 2020 52,001 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Jan 2019 50,003 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Dec 2017 48,306 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2016 45,301 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2015 42,275 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2015 42,273 miles

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism is broken not able to hold in the on position (3.1.5) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 Oct 2014 39,293 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2013 34,012 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2012 31,314 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 7 Apr 2011 28,062 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Apr 2010 25,954 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2009 21,471 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2008 17,285 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2007 13,012 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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JT53 JBT is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 3,724cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 JT53 JBT, 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 JT53 JBT?

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What year was JT53 JBT registered?

JT53 JBT is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 24 March 2004.

Is JT53 JBT safe to buy?

The MOT history for JT53 JBT shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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