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NFZ 522

2004 Mercedes-benz Sl

Red Petrol 3724cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Oct 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

99,455 mi
Last recorded99,455 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2025
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl53,336 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNFZ 522
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,724cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2025 99,455 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2024 91,280 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2022 86,880 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2021 80,310 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2020 78,527 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2020 78,524 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 255/40y18 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Jun 2019 76,792 miles
Pass 14 May 2018 76,092 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 12 Jun 2017 75,359 miles
Pass 13 May 2016 74,086 miles
Pass 7 May 2015 70,726 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2014 70,357 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2013 69,983 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2012 69,444 miles
Pass 26 May 2011 65,863 miles

n/s/f sump guard bolt missing.

Pass 21 Jul 2010 60,915 miles

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

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)

offside front, front lower ball joint gaiter split

Pass 11 Aug 2009 55,216 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2008 47,419 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2008 43,773 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2007 33,100 miles

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

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

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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NFZ 522 is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl in Red with a 3,724cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 NFZ 522, 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 NFZ 522 registered?

NFZ 522 is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 March 2004.

Is NFZ 522 safe to buy?

The MOT history for NFZ 522 shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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