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R1 HUK

2004 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Nov 2023
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

51,776 mi
Last recorded51,776 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2022
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl53,336 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR1 HUK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Oct 2022 51,776 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2021 51,521 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2020 50,537 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2019 49,801 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2018 48,883 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated cracking (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated cracking (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Fail 24 Oct 2018 48,883 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated cracking (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

OSF tyre starting to split at the tread

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated cracking (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 11 Oct 2017 46,539 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2016 45,438 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2015 44,195 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2014 43,042 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2013 40,948 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2012 40,297 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2012 40,283 miles

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

Pass 19 Nov 2011 39,604 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2010 39,067 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

Pass 12 Mar 2010 35,349 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2009 29,831 miles

Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

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

Pass 3 Mar 2008 23,978 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2007 18,819 miles

Nearside 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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R1 HUK is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 R1 HUK, 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 R1 HUK registered?

R1 HUK is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 15 March 2004.

Is R1 HUK safe to buy?

The MOT history for R1 HUK shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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