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AC04 BAT

2004 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 3724cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

124,394 mi
Last recorded124,394 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2025
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl53,336 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAC04 BAT
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,724cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2025 124,394 miles

under trays and covers fitted unable to access all testable items

Pass 14 May 2024 123,661 miles

front and rear brake discs slight corrosion

under trays and covers fitted unable to access all testable items

Pass 19 Apr 2023 123,430 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both tyres (5.2.3 (e))

under trays and covers fitted unable to access all testable items

Pass 16 May 2022 122,962 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 13 May 2022 122,959 miles

Front Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Sep 2021 121,770 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s + o/s (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 3 Sep 2021 121,770 miles

Nearside Rear Fuel pipe leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s + o/s (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Aug 2020 121,046 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2019 119,090 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2018 116,804 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material n/s + o/s (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Aug 2017 113,640 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2016 110,038 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2015 105,056 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2014 97,469 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2013 89,354 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2012 82,067 miles

both front side windows tinted

Pass 5 Oct 2011 74,116 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 27 Oct 2010 62,160 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2009 45,958 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2008 34,837 miles

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

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

auto transfer box leaking

Pass 21 Mar 2007 23,516 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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AC04 BAT is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 3,724cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 AC04 BAT, 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 AC04 BAT registered?

AC04 BAT is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 6 April 2004.

Is AC04 BAT safe to buy?

The MOT history for AC04 BAT shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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