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MV54 RXA

2004 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 3724cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Sep 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

91,573 mi
Last recorded91,573 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2026
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl53,336 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMV54 RXA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,724cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2026 91,573 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2025 84,098 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Sep 2024 79,924 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Aug 2023 74,385 miles

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

Pass 22 Aug 2022 71,739 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2021 66,825 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2020 64,928 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2019 62,601 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2018 61,255 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2017 60,146 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 17 Aug 2016 55,220 miles

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

Pass 27 Aug 2015 51,882 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2014 48,266 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2013 43,724 miles

water pump worn and noisy

Pass 30 Aug 2012 38,963 miles

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

all tyres cracking in tread but not to cords

Fail 24 Aug 2012 38,963 miles

Offside Front coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)

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

all tyres cracking in tread but not to cords

Pass 1 Sep 2011 35,410 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2010 31,099 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2009 26,793 miles

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

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

front tyres starting to crack in tread

Pass 21 Aug 2008 21,591 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)

Pass 29 Aug 2007 17,251 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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MV54 RXA is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 3,724cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 MV54 RXA, 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

How do I check the history of MV54 RXA?

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What year was MV54 RXA registered?

MV54 RXA is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 September 2004.

Is MV54 RXA safe to buy?

The MOT history for MV54 RXA shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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