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PM04 NFH

2004 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Nov 2022
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

59,347 mi
Last recorded59,347 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2021
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl53,336 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPM04 NFH
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2021 59,347 miles
Pass 15 May 2019 58,586 miles

Offside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 18 May 2018 58,520 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 19 May 2017 58,425 miles

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged starting to perish (4.1.D.1e)

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged starting to perish (4.1.D.1e)

Pass 6 May 2016 57,547 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2016 57,547 miles

Nearside Front Fluid suspension unit leaking (2.4.D.2)

all four shock absorbers weak

both rear shock absorbers leaking slightly

suspension warning light on

Pass 13 May 2015 56,044 miles

Nearside Front Fluid suspension unit slightly deteriorated (2.4.D.1b)

Fail 13 May 2015 56,044 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Fluid suspension unit slightly deteriorated (2.4.D.1b)

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

Pass 16 May 2014 54,174 miles

Nearside Front Fluid suspension unit slightly deteriorated (2.4.D.1b)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 16 May 2013 51,147 miles

front brake pads 80% worn

n/s/f suspension unit leaking

Pass 15 May 2012 48,639 miles
Pass 9 May 2011 40,255 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2010 39,640 miles
Pass 8 May 2009 39,194 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2008 34,054 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2008 34,054 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

outer sills covered.

Pass 9 May 2007 28,971 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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PM04 NFH is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 PM04 NFH, 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 PM04 NFH registered?

PM04 NFH is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 22 March 2004.

Is PM04 NFH safe to buy?

The MOT history for PM04 NFH shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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