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WA54 UEG

2004 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 3724cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Sep 2024
Tests24 (17 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate70.8%

Mileage

92,532 mi
Last recorded92,532 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2023
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl53,336 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWA54 UEG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,724cc

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MOT History

17 pass 7 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2023 92,532 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2022 91,875 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2021 90,465 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2020 89,328 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Sep 2019 86,227 miles

engine covers and under trays obscuring some components

Fail 11 Sep 2019 86,218 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

engine covers and under trays obscuring some components

Pass 12 Sep 2018 83,898 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front tyre close to limit on inner edge and is slightly distorted

engine covers and undertrays fitted

Fail 10 Sep 2018 83,895 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front tyre close to limit on inner edge and is slightly distorted

engine covers and undertrays fitted

Pass 30 Aug 2017 76,772 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both also worn on inner edges (4.1.E.1)

under trays fitted

Pass 14 Sep 2016 69,866 miles

engine covers and under trays fitted

front bumper damaged

Fail 12 Sep 2016 69,863 miles

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

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

Offside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

engine covers and under trays fitted

front bumper damaged

Pass 21 Aug 2015 67,490 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2015 67,490 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 9 Sep 2014 62,141 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2014 62,067 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 Aug 2013 57,451 miles

both front tyres wearing on inner edge

Pass 16 Aug 2012 52,627 miles

Offside Front Torque/reaction arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

unable to inspect all brake and fuel lines due to under vehicle covers

Pass 19 Aug 2011 49,926 miles

unable to inspect all brake and fuel lines due to under vehicle covers

Pass 19 Aug 2010 42,206 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

unable to inspect all brake and fuel lines due to under vehicle covers

Pass 7 Aug 2009 35,413 miles

rear number plate has water ingress

Fail 14 Aug 2008 30,379 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 14 Aug 2008 30,379 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2007
Fail 9 Aug 2007 26,072 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

unable to carry out full inspection due to undertrays fitted

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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WA54 UEG is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 3,724cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.8%.

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 WA54 UEG, 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 WA54 UEG registered?

WA54 UEG is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 September 2004.

Is WA54 UEG safe to buy?

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