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MR54 AVA

2004 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 3724cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Apr 2025
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

84,638 mi
Last recorded84,638 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2024
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl53,336 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMR54 AVA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,724cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2024 84,638 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Fail 9 Apr 2024 84,627 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

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

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

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

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

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

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

Pass 6 Apr 2023 82,396 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2022 74,056 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2021 68,934 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2020 63,398 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2019 56,565 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2018 51,237 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2017 44,655 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2016 34,723 miles

Nearside Front tyre wearing on inner edge

Offside Front tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 5 Mar 2015 24,117 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2014 20,749 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2013 16,715 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2012 13,608 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2010 11,617 miles

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

Pass 4 Sep 2009 9,799 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2008 8,220 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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MR54 AVA is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 3,724cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 MR54 AVA, 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 MR54 AVA registered?

MR54 AVA is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 28 September 2004.

Is MR54 AVA safe to buy?

The MOT history for MR54 AVA shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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