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B4 KOA

2004 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 3724cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Apr 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

71,358 mi
Last recorded71,358 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2026
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl53,336 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB4 KOA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,724cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2026 71,358 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2025 70,867 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2024 69,398 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2023 67,641 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2022 65,443 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Apr 2021 63,410 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre Nail in outer edge ()

Pass 16 Oct 2019 62,473 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2018 61,235 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2017 59,372 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2016 57,409 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2015 55,679 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2014 43,597 miles

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

Pass 31 Jan 2013 37,864 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2011 34,998 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2010 33,428 miles

Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Fail 28 Oct 2009 29,995 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 28 Oct 2009 29,995 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2008 26,185 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2007 22,211 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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B4 KOA is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 3,724cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 B4 KOA, 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 B4 KOA registered?

B4 KOA is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 30 September 2004.

Is B4 KOA safe to buy?

The MOT history for B4 KOA shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does B4 KOA have outstanding finance?

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