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AP04 VBK

2004 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 3724cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jun 2027
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

30,375 mi
Last recorded30,375 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2026
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl53,336 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP04 VBK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,724cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 10 Jun 2026 30,375 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2025 28,514 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2024 25,146 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2023 22,254 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2022 20,958 miles

all tyres perishing

Pass 17 Jun 2021 20,667 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All 4 Tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 4 Jun 2020 19,384 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all four tyres slightly perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 21 Jun 2019 18,419 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2018 17,910 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2017 16,634 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2016 16,388 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2015 16,241 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2014 15,897 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2013 15,516 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2012 15,254 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2011 14,715 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2010 14,045 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2009 12,267 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2008 10,250 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2007 6,699 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2007 6,589 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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AP04 VBK 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 100%.

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 AP04 VBK, 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 AP04 VBK registered?

AP04 VBK is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 30 March 2004.

Is AP04 VBK safe to buy?

The MOT history for AP04 VBK shows 21 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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