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KM54 DWD

2004 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 3724cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

104,306 mi
Last recorded104,306 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2025
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl53,336 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKM54 DWD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,724cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2025 104,306 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2023 98,461 miles

Central Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush rubber perished (5.3.2 (c))

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

Pass 22 Jul 2022 96,245 miles
Pass 1 May 2021 91,529 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2021 91,529 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively O/S/FRONT SKIPS ACROSE SCEEN (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick BOTH INNER PADS (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear NUMBER PLATE LIGHT DIM

Pass 10 Apr 2018 91,216 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2017 88,724 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2014 87,578 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2013 86,432 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2011 83,523 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2010 82,121 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2009 79,465 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2008 74,511 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2008 74,511 miles

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

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 8 Oct 2007 51,002 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2007 51,002 miles

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

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

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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KM54 DWD is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 3,724cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 KM54 DWD, 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 KM54 DWD registered?

KM54 DWD is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 12 November 2004.

Is KM54 DWD safe to buy?

The MOT history for KM54 DWD shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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