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17 DOO

2004 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 2960cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Sep 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

16,135 mi
Last recorded16,135 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2025
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl53,336 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration17 DOO
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,960cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2025 16,135 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2024 15,734 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2023 15,512 miles

both front link arms have slight play

Pass 7 Sep 2022 15,117 miles

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

both front tyres worn on inside edge

Pass 9 Sep 2021 14,789 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both front (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 26 Aug 2020 14,393 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both front (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 21 Aug 2019 14,242 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2018 13,806 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2018 13,806 miles

Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure both (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 23 Aug 2017 13,307 miles

Front link arms have slight play in

both rear tyres getting low

Pass 8 Sep 2016 12,642 miles

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

both front tyres are slightly perished

Pass 3 Sep 2015 11,510 miles

Nearside Front slight play in linkarm

both rear tyres getting close to limit

Pass 15 Aug 2014 10,318 miles

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

Fail 15 Aug 2014 10,318 miles

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 10 Sep 2013 9,850 miles

Offside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

both rear tyres getting close to limit

Pass 31 Jul 2012 9,008 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2011 8,648 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2010 8,022 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2009 6,736 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2008 6,111 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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17 DOO is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 2,960cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 17 DOO, 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 17 DOO registered?

17 DOO is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 20 October 2004.

Is 17 DOO safe to buy?

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