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L1 NJH

2004 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Aug 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

43,175 mi
Last recorded43,175 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2026
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl53,336 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL1 NJH
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2026 43,175 miles

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 27 May 2025 43,154 miles
Pass 20 May 2024 42,051 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2023 41,693 miles

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

Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 May 2022 41,473 miles
Fail 13 May 2022 41,472 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 1 Jun 2021 41,119 miles

Nearside Rear 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 5 May 2020 40,580 miles
Pass 23 May 2019 39,993 miles

Nearside Rear 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 23 May 2018 39,640 miles
Pass 25 May 2017 39,024 miles

multi function display indicates fault with charging system

Pass 23 May 2016 38,737 miles
Pass 9 May 2015 37,970 miles
Pass 8 May 2014 34,680 miles
Pass 8 May 2013 31,385 miles
Pass 3 May 2012 29,856 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2011 24,809 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 27 Aug 2010 22,297 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2010 22,297 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 20 Aug 2009 18,389 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2008 13,613 miles

Mirror control not working.

Fail 23 Aug 2007 9,365 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 23 Aug 2007 9,365 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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L1 NJH is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 L1 NJH, 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 L1 NJH?

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What year was L1 NJH registered?

L1 NJH is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 3 September 2004.

Is L1 NJH safe to buy?

The MOT history for L1 NJH shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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