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VX54 DVL

2004 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 5980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 May 2010
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

31,999 mi
Last recorded31,999 miles
Recorded on8 May 2009
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl53,336 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX54 DVL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,980cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 May 2009 31,999 miles
Fail 7 May 2009 31,993 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 23 Apr 2008 28,618 miles

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

Fail 23 Apr 2008 28,618 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Aug 2007 25,871 miles

N/S/R tyre has small cut in tread.Not showing cord.

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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VX54 DVL is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 5,980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 VX54 DVL, 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 VX54 DVL registered?

VX54 DVL is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 10 September 2004.

Is VX54 DVL safe to buy?

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