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MC53 DNV

2004 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2026
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

104,371 mi
Last recorded104,371 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2025
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl53,336 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMC53 DNV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2025 104,371 miles
Pass 31 May 2024 103,494 miles
Pass 20 May 2023 103,068 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2022 102,021 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2021 100,618 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 24 May 2021 100,381 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 16 Jun 2020 99,493 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded.

Pass 27 Mar 2019 97,710 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2018 96,281 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2018 96,281 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 11 Apr 2017 95,469 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2017 95,463 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Brake operation stored air pressure or vacuum depletes when ancillary equipment is operated (3.3.E.4)

Brake pedal creeps down when held under pressure (3.3.B.1a)

Brake pedal has no servo assistance (3.3.B.2)

Pass 22 Mar 2016 93,891 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2016 93,891 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 2 Apr 2015 92,261 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2014 90,396 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2013 87,754 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 Apr 2012 82,532 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 19 Apr 2012 82,530 miles

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 3 May 2011 72,022 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2010 66,429 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2009 57,479 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Jan 2008 44,448 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2007 29,034 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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MC53 DNV is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 MC53 DNV, 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 MC53 DNV registered?

MC53 DNV is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 15 January 2004.

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