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T55 VNE

2004 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 May 2025
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

78,104 mi
Last recorded78,104 miles
Recorded on2 May 2024
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl53,336 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT55 VNE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 May 2024 78,104 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2024 78,095 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 13 Feb 2023 77,244 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2022 75,674 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2021 75,213 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2020 73,700 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2019 71,696 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2018 69,685 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2018 69,680 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 8 Sep 2017 67,606 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2016 66,121 miles

engine cover and undertrays fitted

Pass 7 Aug 2015 63,771 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2014 60,996 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2014 60,996 miles

registration plate character(s) laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Pass 7 Jun 2013 52,847 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2012 49,312 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2011 45,045 miles

front brake discs corroded

front/rear brake pads low[[approx 6000 miles]

Pass 11 Feb 2011 44,140 miles

front brake discs corroded

Pass 16 Feb 2010 38,914 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2009 33,193 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2008 25,305 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2007 18,765 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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T55 VNE is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 T55 VNE, 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 T55 VNE registered?

T55 VNE is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 26 March 2004.

Is T55 VNE safe to buy?

The MOT history for T55 VNE shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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