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PX53 OUB

2004 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 3724cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Feb 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

82,449 mi
Last recorded82,449 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2026
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl53,336 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPX53 OUB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,724cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2026 82,449 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

Horn Sounds When Turning Steering

Pass 20 Feb 2025 81,696 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords cut in outer side wall - no cords showing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords cut in outer side wall - no cords showing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge low tread 2 mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords cut in outer side wall - no cords showing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords cut in outer side wall - no cords showing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge low tread 2 mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Feb 2024 80,469 miles

Nearside Rear 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))

Fail 1 Feb 2024 80,466 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear 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 2 Feb 2023 79,738 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2022 76,911 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2021 75,918 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2020 75,781 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2018 75,240 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2017 72,078 miles
Pass 4 May 2016 70,254 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2014 63,338 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2013 59,390 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2012 53,148 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2011 49,634 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2010 45,900 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2009 41,316 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2008 37,074 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2007 31,052 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2006 24,076 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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PX53 OUB is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver 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 PX53 OUB, 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 PX53 OUB registered?

PX53 OUB is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 2 January 2004.

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