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A2 OES

2004 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 3724cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jan 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

70,600 mi
Last recorded70,600 miles
Recorded on6 Jan 2026
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl53,336 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA2 OES
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,724cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Jan 2026 70,600 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

under body corrosion

Pass 17 Dec 2024 70,475 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2023 70,406 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2022 70,272 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2021 70,101 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2020 69,947 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2019 102,643 miles

Engine cover fitted

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Under trays fitted

Pass 12 Dec 2018 68,925 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 15 Dec 2017 68,375 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2017 68,375 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 20 Dec 2016 67,711 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2016 66,636 miles

Engine cover fitted

Offside Front Tyre has cut but not exposing cords

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Under trays fitted

Fail 30 Dec 2015 66,625 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

passenger door does not latch securely closed Tailgate cannot be closed 6.4 load security, spare wheel and carrier (6.2.B.1a)

Engine cover fitted

Offside Front Tyre has cut but not exposing cords

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Under trays fitted

Pass 17 Dec 2014 65,264 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 17 Dec 2013 63,660 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 18 Dec 2012 61,711 miles

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

Pass 22 Dec 2011 58,132 miles

Suspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

Suspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

Pass 29 Dec 2010 52,174 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2010 46,371 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2008 39,641 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2008 39,641 miles

Front registration plate font not substantially similar to the prescribed font (6.3.4d)

Rear registration plate font not substantially similar to the prescribed font (6.3.4d)

Pass 18 Dec 2007 33,205 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2006 26,241 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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A2 OES is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 3,724cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 A2 OES, 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 A2 OES registered?

A2 OES is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 5 January 2004.

Is A2 OES safe to buy?

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