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LF53 ZDZ

2004 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 3724cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2019
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

56,890 mi
Last recorded56,890 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2018
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl53,336 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF53 ZDZ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,724cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2018 56,890 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2017 52,352 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2016 47,562 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2015 41,114 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2015 41,114 miles

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 9 Jan 2014 35,776 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Sill covers fitted

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 Jan 2013 29,568 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 Jan 2012 22,780 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2012 22,716 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 11 Jan 2011 14,740 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2010 12,543 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2009 10,457 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2008 9,068 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2007 7,499 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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LF53 ZDZ is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 3,724cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 LF53 ZDZ, 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 LF53 ZDZ registered?

LF53 ZDZ is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 5 February 2004.

Is LF53 ZDZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LF53 ZDZ shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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