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LR04 JXT

2004 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 5439cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2020
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

67,588 mi
Last recorded67,588 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2019
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl53,336 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR04 JXT
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,439cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2019 67,588 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2019 67,588 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))

Pass 4 May 2016 63,402 miles

nearside rear tyre worn on inner edge

offside rear tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 5 May 2015 59,554 miles
Fail 5 May 2015 59,554 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 24 Jun 2014 55,280 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2013 49,326 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 Jun 2012 44,287 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2011 40,960 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2010 34,982 miles
Pass 29 May 2009 31,865 miles

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

Pass 30 May 2008 25,788 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2007 16,837 miles

ADVISE AS FULL TEST

Fail 31 May 2007 16,834 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

o/s/r tyre tread worn very low in the centre section

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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LR04 JXT is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 5,439cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 LR04 JXT, 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 LR04 JXT registered?

LR04 JXT is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 25 March 2004.

Is LR04 JXT safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR04 JXT shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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