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XS51 DJS

2004 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 3724cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Sep 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

62,143 mi
Last recorded62,143 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2026
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl53,336 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXS51 DJS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,724cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2026 62,143 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2025 60,260 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2024 58,243 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2023 56,893 miles

headlamp cleaning device not working

Pass 13 Sep 2022 54,995 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2021 53,482 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2020 51,259 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2019 49,178 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2018 46,722 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2017 44,602 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2016 41,949 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2015 38,865 miles
Pass 20 May 2015 38,644 miles
Pass 6 May 2014 37,576 miles

Fuel flap missing

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 2 May 2014 37,576 miles

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

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

Fuel flap missing

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Apr 2013 36,257 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2011 32,876 miles

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

Pass 6 Oct 2009 30,714 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2008 26,032 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2007 22,322 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2007 22,322 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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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XS51 DJS is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 3,724cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 XS51 DJS, 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

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What year was XS51 DJS registered?

XS51 DJS is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 20 September 2004.

Is XS51 DJS safe to buy?

The MOT history for XS51 DJS shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does XS51 DJS have outstanding finance?

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