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RX54 YZZ

2004 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 5439cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jan 2020
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

117,650 mi
Last recorded117,650 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2019
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl53,336 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX54 YZZ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,439cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2019 117,650 miles

Offside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 31 May 2018 117,548 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 9 Apr 2018 117,548 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Fail 5 Sep 2017 117,334 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint marked yellow (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear suspension oil leak

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

Pass 17 Jun 2016 106,431 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2015 91,762 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2014 79,240 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2013 64,957 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2012 59,959 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2011 52,362 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2010 47,127 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2010 471,127 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 10 Sep 2009 40,232 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2009 40,232 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 4 Sep 2008 32,233 miles

Stop lamp obscured but not more than 50% (1.2.1c)

n/s/r tyre sidewall is cut

Fail 4 Sep 2008 32,233 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Stop lamp obscured but not more than 50% (1.2.1c)

n/s/r tyre sidewall is cut

Pass 3 Sep 2007 26,404 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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 YZZ is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 5,439cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 RX54 YZZ, 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 RX54 YZZ registered?

RX54 YZZ is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 14 September 2004.

Is RX54 YZZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX54 YZZ shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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