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MT54 XSW

2004 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 3724cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2019
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

117,277 mi
Last recorded117,277 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2018
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl53,336 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMT54 XSW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,724cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2018 117,277 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2017 113,834 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2017 113,811 miles

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

Pass 15 Sep 2016 109,046 miles

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

under trays fitted

Pass 17 Sep 2015 103,216 miles

drivers door mirrow glass starting to go brown

under trays fitted

Fail 23 Sep 2014 94,486 miles

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

both rear tyres scrubbing inside edge of tread pattern

Pass 23 Sep 2014 94,486 miles

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

both rear tyres scrubbing inside edge of tread pattern

Pass 19 Sep 2013 82,200 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front 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 10 Sep 2012 74,950 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2012 74,950 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 29 Sep 2011 68,577 miles

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

condition of both front wipers

under trays fitted

Pass 16 Sep 2010 58,945 miles

both rear tyres scrubbing on edges

under tray fitted

Pass 22 Sep 2009 39,155 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 16 Sep 2008 27,175 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 11 Sep 2007 14,693 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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MT54 XSW is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 3,724cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 MT54 XSW, 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 MT54 XSW registered?

MT54 XSW is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 29 September 2004.

Is MT54 XSW safe to buy?

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