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LW04 YYJ

2004 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 3724cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jan 2020
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

82,774 mi
Last recorded82,774 miles
Recorded on3 Jan 2019
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl53,336 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLW04 YYJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,724cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Jan 2019 82,774 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2018 82,774 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 19 Dec 2017 78,204 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2016 68,585 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2015 56,798 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2014 47,016 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2013 46,608 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2013 42,842 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2012 38,435 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2011 30,077 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2010 27,098 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2009 24,118 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2008 20,675 miles

Rear brake pads low.

Fail 9 Dec 2008 20,675 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear brake pads low.

Pass 29 Jan 2008 16,445 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2007 11,938 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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LW04 YYJ is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 3,724cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 LW04 YYJ, 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 LW04 YYJ registered?

LW04 YYJ is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 11 March 2004.

Is LW04 YYJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LW04 YYJ shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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