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LC54 YSX

2004 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 3724cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Oct 2027
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

71,457 mi
Last recorded71,457 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2026
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl53,336 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC54 YSX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,724cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2026 71,457 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2025 70,337 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2024 69,993 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2023 68,430 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2022 65,209 miles

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, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 27 Sep 2022 65,195 miles

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (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, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Dec 2021 64,395 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2020 63,701 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 31 Oct 2019 62,502 miles

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

engine cover and undertray fitted

Fail 29 Oct 2019 62,502 miles

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

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

engine cover and undertray fitted

Pass 29 Oct 2018 61,264 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both corroded on inside edge (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

undertrays fitted

Pass 27 Oct 2017 59,489 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2017 59,489 miles

Tyre has ply or cords exposed ALL 4 TYRES (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 26 Oct 2016 56,378 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

engine and under trays fitted

Pass 29 Oct 2015 53,640 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Fail 28 Oct 2015 53,640 miles

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 24 Oct 2014 51,262 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 Oct 2013 49,326 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

rear tyres wearing inner edge

Pass 1 Dec 2012 46,655 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2012 45,590 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Oct 2011 44,838 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2010 40,832 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2009 33,170 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2008 25,712 miles

parking brake travel excessive

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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LC54 YSX is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 3,724cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 LC54 YSX, 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 LC54 YSX?

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What year was LC54 YSX registered?

LC54 YSX is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 22 December 2004.

Is LC54 YSX safe to buy?

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