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MR53 NUN

2004 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Apr 2027
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

65,309 mi
Last recorded65,309 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2026
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl53,336 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMR53 NUN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2026 65,309 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2025 63,043 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2023 61,320 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2022 59,073 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing damaged & perished outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

engine & under body panels fitted

Pass 18 Nov 2021 56,595 miles

engine & under body panels fitted

Pass 30 Nov 2020 54,167 miles

engine & under body panels fitted

Pass 14 Nov 2019 51,962 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2019 51,962 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords cracking in tread (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords cracking in tread (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 10 Nov 2018 50,975 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2017 48,798 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)

Fail 2 Nov 2017 48,794 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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 4 Nov 2016 47,790 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

nearside rear tyre deteriorated

Fail 2 Nov 2016 47,790 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both front (4.1.E.1)

nearside rear tyre deteriorated

offside front tyre deteriorated

Pass 4 Nov 2015 46,136 miles

Both front tyres deteriorated

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

Pass 31 Oct 2014 44,537 miles

both front tyres deteriorated

Pass 21 Oct 2013 42,570 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both front tyres deteriorated

rear propeller shaft rubber doughnut split

Fail 21 Oct 2013 42,570 miles

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both front tyres deteriorated

rear propeller shaft rubber doughnut split

Pass 3 Nov 2012 41,354 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2011 37,829 miles

both front inner arch brake pipes corroded

o/s/f mirror glass faded

Pass 26 Oct 2010 32,916 miles

both front brake discs corroded on inner faces

o/s/r tyre perished

Pass 21 Oct 2009 29,602 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 24 Oct 2008 21,490 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 1 Nov 2007 14,097 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 23 Mar 2007 10,285 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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MR53 NUN is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black 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 MR53 NUN, 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

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What year was MR53 NUN registered?

MR53 NUN is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 8 July 2004.

Is MR53 NUN safe to buy?

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