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A5 OTY

2004 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 5439cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Aug 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

45,662 mi
Last recorded45,662 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2026
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl53,336 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA5 OTY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,439cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2026 45,662 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2025 44,989 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2024 44,891 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2023 44,143 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2022 43,504 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2021 42,780 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2020 42,476 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2019 42,206 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge N/S & O/S (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 10 Aug 2018 40,303 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2017 39,410 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2016 38,250 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2015 37,048 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2014 35,645 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2012 32,524 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 24 Aug 2011 31,548 miles

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

Pass 5 Mar 2010 29,993 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2009 27,457 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2008 22,026 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2007 15,768 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2007 15,768 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

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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A5 OTY is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 5,439cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 A5 OTY, 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 A5 OTY registered?

A5 OTY is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 March 2004.

Is A5 OTY safe to buy?

The MOT history for A5 OTY shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does A5 OTY have outstanding finance?

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