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MAJ 5L

2004 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 5439cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Mar 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

122,749 mi
Last recorded122,749 miles
Recorded on15 Mar 2025
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl53,336 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMAJ 5L
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,439cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Mar 2025 122,749 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2023 122,244 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2021 121,966 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2020 121,432 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Nov 2018 119,508 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Aug 2017 117,480 miles

Nearside Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Pass 14 May 2016 113,787 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2014 109,155 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Aug 2013 102,902 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2012 91,468 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2012 91,467 miles

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

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

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

Pass 24 May 2011 70,869 miles

Rear Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 4 Aug 2010 54,131 miles

Offside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 17 Jul 2009 34,419 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2008 9,189 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2007 6,371 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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MAJ 5L is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 5,439cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 MAJ 5L, 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 MAJ 5L registered?

MAJ 5L is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 9 March 2004.

Is MAJ 5L safe to buy?

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