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AJP 2Y

2004 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Nov 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

77,790 mi
Last recorded77,790 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2025
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl53,336 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJP 2Y
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2025 77,790 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2024 76,740 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush bottom ball joint (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Nov 2023 76,148 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush ball joint (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 9 Nov 2022 75,582 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush lower shock ball joint (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 15 Nov 2021 74,885 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 10 Nov 2021 74,885 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Oct 2020 73,439 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Nov 2019 72,643 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2018 71,405 miles

Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

battery warning light on dash.

Pass 27 Sep 2017 69,682 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2016 67,393 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2015 64,832 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 8 Sep 2014 60,199 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2013 55,865 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2012 50,320 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2011 49,168 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 12 Oct 2010 44,441 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2009 39,701 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2008 36,232 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2007 29,999 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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AJP 2Y is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 4,966cc 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 AJP 2Y, 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 AJP 2Y registered?

AJP 2Y is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 October 2004.

Is AJP 2Y safe to buy?

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