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RX54 AOF

2004 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 5439cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Mar 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

76,686 mi
Last recorded76,686 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2026
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl53,336 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX54 AOF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,439cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2026 76,686 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner surface (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

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

Pass 3 Mar 2025 73,995 miles
Pass 21 May 2024 72,816 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2023 72,740 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2022 72,259 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2022 72,259 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 31 Mar 2021 71,338 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2019 68,856 miles
Pass 16 May 2018 67,109 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2017 66,606 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2016 65,470 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2015 61,001 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2014 59,450 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2013 54,102 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2012 48,510 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2011 41,532 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2010 36,085 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2009 30,385 miles

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

Pass 1 Oct 2008 23,548 miles

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

brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 9 Oct 2007 19,063 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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RX54 AOF is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 5,439cc 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 RX54 AOF, 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 RX54 AOF registered?

RX54 AOF is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 7 September 2004.

Is RX54 AOF safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX54 AOF shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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