MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
103,339 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both sides lower rubber split (5.3.2 (c))
Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()
Rear underside corroded
Nearside Rear handbrake slightly low reading
Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 285/35/18 tread lifting (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure tread lifting (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm & cut outer wall 285/35/18 (5.2.3 (e))
Nearside Rear handbrake low reading
Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords 255/40/18 (5.2.3 (d) (i))
Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 285/35/18 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Offside headlight wash not working
Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt middle arm (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
Headlamp aim too high both (4.1.2 (a))
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm & cut outer wall 285/35/18 (5.2.3 (e))
Nearside Rear handbrake low reading
Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords 255/40/18 (5.2.3 (d) (i))
Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 285/35/18 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Offside headlight wash not working
Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Nearside Rear tyre worn -approx.3mm tread left.
Offside Front Outer tyre has cut or cuts to a sidewall but not reaching the cords.
general corrosion underneath.
nail in offside front tyre.
under trays fitted preventing through inspection of under vehicle components.
Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
shard of metal in nearside rear tyre
Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Nearside Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
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)
Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz Sl?
Based on 528,820 MOT tests across 35,553 vehicles.
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L6 SFO is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 3,724cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.2%.
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 L6 SFO, 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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L6 SFO is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 26 January 2004.
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