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A4 WBG

2004 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Aug 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

33,948 mi
Last recorded33,948 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2026
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl53,336 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA4 WBG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2026 33,948 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2025 33,150 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 13 Aug 2024 32,259 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 15 Aug 2023 30,875 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2023 30,875 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault see printout (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 18 Aug 2022 30,474 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2021 29,236 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2021 29,232 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 17 Aug 2020 28,229 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2019 27,040 miles
Pass 29 May 2018 25,682 miles

Front pads worn

Pass 18 Oct 2016 24,593 miles

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

Fail 18 Oct 2016 24,593 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Sep 2015 23,716 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2014 20,808 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2012 19,193 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Oct 2011 17,329 miles

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

Pass 5 Nov 2010 15,640 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2010 15,633 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 5 Oct 2009 14,697 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2008 11,512 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2007 6,092 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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A4 WBG is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 A4 WBG, 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 A4 WBG registered?

A4 WBG is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 30 March 2004.

Is A4 WBG safe to buy?

The MOT history for A4 WBG shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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