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AG04 VXT

2004 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 3724cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Nov 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

108,978 mi
Last recorded108,978 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2025
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl53,336 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAG04 VXT
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,724cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2025 108,978 miles
Pass 3 May 2024 108,370 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2024 108,370 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 12 Dec 2018 108,127 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2018 108,127 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 3 Oct 2017 106,810 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2016 105,493 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2015 101,920 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2015 101,916 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 1 Oct 2014 92,505 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2013 84,633 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2012 82,359 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2011 77,084 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2010 63,317 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2010 62,666 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2009 56,685 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2008 46,187 miles

3 x tyres at 2mm

ft backing plate damaged

small hole in ns mirror indicator lens

Pass 15 Aug 2007 37,839 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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AG04 VXT is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 3,724cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 AG04 VXT, 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 AG04 VXT registered?

AG04 VXT is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 13 August 2004.

Is AG04 VXT safe to buy?

The MOT history for AG04 VXT shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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