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SHZ 2043

2004 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 3724cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Mar 2018
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

48,683 mi
Last recorded48,683 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2017
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl53,336 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSHZ 2043
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,724cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2017 48,683 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2016 47,487 miles

offside front bumper damaged

trims fitted to outersills and undersides

very slight play at nearside rear hub assembly

Fail 24 Feb 2016 47,487 miles

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

offside front bumper damaged

trims fitted to outersills and undersides

very slight play at nearside rear hub assembly

Pass 13 Feb 2015 39,940 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2014 33,153 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2012 28,737 miles

SRSfault on dash

Pass 28 Dec 2011 24,715 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2011 20,200 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2009 15,799 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2009 11,160 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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SHZ 2043 is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 3,724cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 SHZ 2043, 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

How do I check the history of SHZ 2043?

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What year was SHZ 2043 registered?

SHZ 2043 is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 4 March 2004.

Is SHZ 2043 safe to buy?

The MOT history for SHZ 2043 shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SHZ 2043 have outstanding finance?

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