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A9 DNB

2004 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 3724cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Oct 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

61,170 mi
Last recorded61,170 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2026
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl53,336 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA9 DNB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,724cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2026 61,170 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2025 60,780 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Sep 2024 60,156 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Oct 2023 59,833 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2022 59,146 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2021 57,883 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2020 57,115 miles

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 30 Sep 2019 56,706 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2018 56,119 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and bald on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Sep 2017 54,764 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2016 52,515 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2015 50,219 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2015 50,217 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 15 Sep 2014 48,600 miles

n/s/r tyre has a small cut in the tread

Pass 1 Oct 2013 47,328 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2012
Pass 10 Oct 2011 43,653 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2010 41,763 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2009 39,253 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2008 37,058 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2007 30,846 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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A9 DNB is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 3,724cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 A9 DNB, 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 A9 DNB registered?

A9 DNB is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 7 October 2004.

Is A9 DNB safe to buy?

The MOT history for A9 DNB shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does A9 DNB have outstanding finance?

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