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RSA 21

2004 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 2960cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Sep 2018
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

108,723 mi
Last recorded108,723 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2017
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl53,336 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRSA 21
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,960cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2017 108,723 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2013 107,671 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Fail 9 Jul 2013 107,671 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Nearside Rear rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 7 Nov 2009 107,568 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2009 107,568 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 21 Oct 2008 104,967 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2008 104,966 miles

Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 27 Jun 2007 96,176 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)

Pass 27 Jun 2006 90,134 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

nail in off side front tyre

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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RSA 21 is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 2,960cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 RSA 21, 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 RSA 21 registered?

RSA 21 is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 May 2004.

Is RSA 21 safe to buy?

The MOT history for RSA 21 shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RSA 21 have outstanding finance?

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