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MH04 LUY

2004 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 3724cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2024
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

99,559 mi
Last recorded99,559 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2023
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl53,336 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMH04 LUY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,724cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2023 99,559 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2023 99,559 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Jun 2022 96,705 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2021 92,292 miles
Pass 18 May 2020 89,144 miles
Pass 9 May 2019 86,546 miles

Front tyres nearing limit

Pass 20 Apr 2018 84,671 miles

Central Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 13 Feb 2017 84,089 miles

Nearside Front tyre sidewall damaged

battery warning lamp illuminated

Pass 8 Feb 2016 83,800 miles

Nearside Front tyre cut on outer wall but not down to cord

Pass 12 Feb 2015 82,402 miles

nearside front and offside rear tyres cut on outer walls but not down to cord

Pass 17 Feb 2014 79,486 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2014 79,468 miles

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 6 Feb 2013 69,463 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Jan 2012 59,448 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Fail 25 Jan 2012 59,448 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Pass 29 Jan 2011 48,615 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2010 40,634 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2009 34,537 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2009 32,590 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2008 25,598 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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MH04 LUY is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 3,724cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 MH04 LUY, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of MH04 LUY?

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What year was MH04 LUY registered?

MH04 LUY is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 23 April 2004.

Is MH04 LUY safe to buy?

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