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LT54 WLV

2004 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 3724cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Nov 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

86,233 mi
Last recorded86,233 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2025
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl53,336 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLT54 WLV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,724cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2025 86,233 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Dec 2023 85,432 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2022 84,626 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2021 81,786 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 16 Oct 2020 79,148 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2019 74,998 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play very slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Unable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

Fail 16 Oct 2019 74,998 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play very slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Unable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

Pass 11 Oct 2018 69,364 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Sep 2017 64,254 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2016 63,082 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2015 61,096 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2014 57,299 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2013 51,631 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2012 46,608 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2011 39,905 miles

Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 26 Sep 2011 39,905 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2010 36,723 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2009 32,263 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2008 26,067 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2008 26,067 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 4 Sep 2007 18,983 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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LT54 WLV is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 3,724cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 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 LT54 WLV, 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 LT54 WLV registered?

LT54 WLV is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 4 October 2004.

Is LT54 WLV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LT54 WLV shows 21 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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