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MM53 GJX

2004 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 3724cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Nov 2023
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

83,913 mi
Last recorded83,913 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2022
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl53,336 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMM53 GJX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,724cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2022 83,913 miles

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

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

Fail 7 Nov 2022 83,913 miles

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

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

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

Pass 4 Nov 2021 83,176 miles

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

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Nov 2020 80,007 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Oct 2019 78,315 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2018 75,828 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2017 72,663 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2016 68,813 miles

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

Pass 7 Dec 2015 65,755 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2014 62,886 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2013 60,093 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2012 56,751 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2011 52,621 miles

Nail in n/s rear tyre.

Pass 6 Dec 2010 47,811 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2010 43,714 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2008 36,228 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2007 27,414 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2007 21,011 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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MM53 GJX 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 94.4%.

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 MM53 GJX, 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 MM53 GJX registered?

MM53 GJX is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 8 January 2004.

Is MM53 GJX safe to buy?

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