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A6 BGK

2004 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 3724cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Oct 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

80,691 mi
Last recorded80,691 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2026
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl53,336 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA6 BGK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,724cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2026 80,691 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2025 78,149 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2024 76,732 miles

Engine covers + under trays fitted obscuring some components

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Not over 40mm outside zone A (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 30 Oct 2024 76,732 miles

Engine covers + under trays fitted obscuring some components

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Not over 40mm outside zone A (3.2 (a) (i))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 30 Oct 2023 76,082 miles

Engine covers + under trays fitted obscuring some components

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Not over 40mm outside zone A (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Dec 2022 75,617 miles

Engine covers + under trays fitted obscuring some components

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Not over 40mm outside zone A (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Oct 2021 74,941 miles

Engine covers + under trays fitted obscuring some components

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Oct 2020 74,646 miles

Engine covers + under trays fitted obscuring some components

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Not over 10mm within zone A (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Oct 2019 74,192 miles

Engine covers + under trays fitted obscuring some components

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Not over 10mm within zone A (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Oct 2018 73,543 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Not over 10mm within zone A (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Oct 2017 73,125 miles

Engine covers + under trays fitted obscuring some components

Nearside front tyre slight cracking in outer wall

Nearside rear tyre slight cracking in outer wall

Offside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside front tyre slight cracking in outer wall

Offside rear tyre slight cracking in outer wall

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 20 Oct 2016 72,343 miles

Engine covers + under trays fitted obscuring some components

Nearside + Offside front tyres slight cracks in outer wall

Nearside + Offside rear tyres slight cracks in outer wall

Offside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 10 Oct 2015 70,936 miles

Engine covers + under trays fitted obscuring some components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 16 Oct 2014 69,643 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 Oct 2013 68,166 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2012 66,540 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front brake discs slight worn

Pass 13 Dec 2011 64,767 miles

plastic inner wheel arch covers fitted/belly pan fitted

Pass 1 Jul 2010 60,580 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2009 55,430 miles

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

Offside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 14 Jul 2009 55,430 miles

Offside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 11 Jul 2008 48,443 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2008 48,443 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 Jul 2007 38,543 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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A6 BGK is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue 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 A6 BGK, 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

How do I check the history of A6 BGK?

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What year was A6 BGK registered?

A6 BGK is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 17 June 2004.

Is A6 BGK safe to buy?

The MOT history for A6 BGK shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does A6 BGK have outstanding finance?

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