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LG54 PWL

2004 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 May 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

83,694 mi
Last recorded83,694 miles
Recorded on20 May 2026
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl53,336 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG54 PWL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 May 2026 83,694 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2025 80,748 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2024 77,895 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2023 77,497 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2021 75,616 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2020 73,738 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2019 71,993 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2018 68,758 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2018 68,518 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn arm connected to shock absorber (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn arm connected to shock absorber (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Sep 2017 65,268 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2016 62,710 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2015 60,071 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2-3mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3-4mm (4.1.E.1)

engine covers fitted obscureing some engine components

nail in nearside rear tyre

undertrays fitted obscureing some underside components

Pass 14 Oct 2014 57,508 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2013 53,712 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2012 45,640 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2011 41,864 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2010 36,223 miles

offside headlamp beam image faint

Fail 8 Sep 2010 36,220 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

offside headlamp beam image faint

offside rear tyre low on pressure

Pass 4 Sep 2009 28,614 miles

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

Pass 4 Sep 2008 23,913 miles

nearside rear tyre very close to legal limit

Pass 3 Sep 2007 18,871 miles

nearside rear tyre has cuts in sidewall

offside headlamp beam image faint

Fail 3 Sep 2007 18,871 miles

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

nearside rear tyre has cuts in sidewall

offside headlamp beam image faint

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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LG54 PWL is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 LG54 PWL, 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 LG54 PWL?

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What year was LG54 PWL registered?

LG54 PWL is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 September 2004.

Is LG54 PWL safe to buy?

The MOT history for LG54 PWL shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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