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KU54 XTZ

2004 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 5461cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Feb 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

97,603 mi
Last recorded97,603 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2026
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl53,336 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU54 XTZ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,461cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2026 97,603 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded as marked (1.1.11 (c))

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

Fail 28 Feb 2026 97,603 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded as marked (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 26 Apr 2024 97,171 miles

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

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

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

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

Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Vehicle underside corroded to various areas

Pass 17 Apr 2023 96,685 miles

Corrosion to various areas underside.

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

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

Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 28 Feb 2022 96,655 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

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

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Mar 2018 94,990 miles

front tyres cracking badly on inner edges/ near to limits

Fail 9 Mar 2018 94,980 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

front tyres cracking badly on inner edges/ near to limits

Pass 2 Feb 2017 88,614 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

brake warning light on all pads may be low?

Pass 4 Sep 2015 82,954 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2015 72,202 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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

sill covers fitted

Pass 14 Jan 2014 63,059 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2014 63,059 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 8 Mar 2013 60,325 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nsf tyre balding on inner stepped edge

cut in osr tyre sidewall

Pass 14 Mar 2012 57,624 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2011 48,881 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2011 48,881 miles

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

Pass 8 Feb 2010 40,864 miles

Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 29 Aug 2008 28,175 miles

both front tyres worn on inner tread edge

Pass 3 Sep 2007 21,087 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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KU54 XTZ is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 5,461cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 KU54 XTZ, 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 KU54 XTZ?

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What year was KU54 XTZ registered?

KU54 XTZ is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 September 2004.

Is KU54 XTZ safe to buy?

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