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NJL 349

2004 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 3724cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jun 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

21,340 mi
Last recorded21,340 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2026
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl53,336 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNJL 349
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,724cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2026 21,340 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2025 20,133 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Nov 2023 18,803 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2023 18,803 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Sep 2021 18,652 miles

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))

Pass 17 Sep 2020 17,946 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))

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

Pass 10 Sep 2019 17,543 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2018 15,926 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2017 14,673 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2016 13,790 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2015 12,389 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2014 11,857 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2013 11,462 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2012 8,815 miles
Pass 24 May 2011 7,621 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2010 6,545 miles
Pass 14 May 2009 5,758 miles
Pass 14 May 2008 5,405 miles
Pass 15 May 2007 3,769 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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NJL 349 is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 3,724cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 NJL 349, 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 NJL 349 registered?

NJL 349 is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 20 May 2004.

Is NJL 349 safe to buy?

The MOT history for NJL 349 shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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