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SLZ 255

2004 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 5439cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2025
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

27,366 mi
Last recorded27,366 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2024
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl53,336 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSLZ 255
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,439cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2024 27,366 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Nov 2022 26,979 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2021 26,242 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2020 26,171 miles
Pass 23 May 2019 25,836 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2017 25,755 miles

Offside Front tyre has cuts on the outer wall can not see any ply cords.

Pass 3 Jun 2016 25,632 miles
Pass 26 May 2015 25,602 miles
Pass 29 May 2014 25,374 miles
Pass 23 May 2013 25,298 miles
Fail 17 May 2013 25,282 miles

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

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

Pass 29 May 2012 24,263 miles
Pass 28 May 2011 23,669 miles
Pass 13 May 2010 22,886 miles
Pass 23 May 2009 21,878 miles
Pass 3 May 2008 20,491 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2007 17,789 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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SLZ 255 is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 5,439cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 SLZ 255, 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 SLZ 255 registered?

SLZ 255 is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 13 April 2004.

Is SLZ 255 safe to buy?

The MOT history for SLZ 255 shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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