MOT Status
ValidMileage
106,255 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Nearside Rear Suspension unit leaking Sphere leaking oil (5.3.5 (c))
Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed Worn unevenly on inner tread pattern 255/45/R17 98Y (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Oil leak, but not excessive Front of engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Offside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()
undertrays fitted
Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
rear tyres worn close to legal limit
Offside Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both (4.1.E.1)
Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Offside Front 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)
Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
front and rear tyres slightly worn inner edge
How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz Sl?
Based on 528,820 MOT tests across 35,553 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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LM53 ZHG is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.
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 LM53 ZHG, 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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What year was LM53 ZHG registered?
LM53 ZHG is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 5 February 2004.
Is LM53 ZHG safe to buy?
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