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KF54 NFV

2004 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 3724cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jul 2027
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

138,618 mi
Last recorded138,618 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2026
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl53,336 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKF54 NFV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,724cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2026 138,618 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

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

Pass 8 Jul 2025 137,296 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 14 Feb 2024 135,216 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2024 135,216 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 20 Feb 2023 132,393 miles

all four tyres perishing

Pass 25 Feb 2022 131,169 miles

Front Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

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

Pass 27 Nov 2020 130,426 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Fail 16 Nov 2020 130,408 miles

Offside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 14 Nov 2019 129,570 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2018 128,244 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 18 Oct 2018 128,169 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Oct 2017 127,785 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2016 127,622 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2015 124,406 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2014 112,259 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2013 99,140 miles

rear tyres going out of shape; req; replacing soon.

Fail 1 Mar 2013 99,140 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

rear tyres going out of shape; req; replacing soon.

Pass 3 Sep 2011 83,518 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2010 72,757 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2009 61,887 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

unable to test all steering/brake/suspension components due to fitted covers

Pass 9 Sep 2009 61,887 miles

Offside Front Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

unable to test all steering/brake/suspension components due to fitted covers

Pass 8 Sep 2008 51,093 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2007 41,287 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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KF54 NFV is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 3,724cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 KF54 NFV, 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 KF54 NFV registered?

KF54 NFV is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 14 September 2004.

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