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ML04 AYF

2004 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 3724cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Apr 2023
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

97,050 mi
Last recorded97,050 miles
Recorded on11 Apr 2022
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl53,336 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationML04 AYF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,724cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Apr 2022 97,050 miles
Pass 22 May 2021 96,268 miles

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

Offside Rear Coil spring worn (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Sep 2019 96,001 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2019 96,001 miles

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid both (3.5 (a))

Pass 18 Sep 2017 86,955 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 7 Sep 2016 76,277 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2015 71,471 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2014 67,762 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2014 63,200 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2014 63,200 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 18 Jan 2013 56,542 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2012 50,198 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2011 43,611 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2011 43,611 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 Jan 2010 36,490 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2009 28,864 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2008 17,802 miles

both front tyres starting to crack in tread un der inflation or steering geo required.

Pass 23 Jan 2007 12,315 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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ML04 AYF is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 3,724cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 ML04 AYF, 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 ML04 AYF registered?

ML04 AYF is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 29 March 2004.

Is ML04 AYF safe to buy?

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