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BC04 WYK

2004 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 3724cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2017
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

96,320 mi
Last recorded96,320 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2016
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl53,336 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBC04 WYK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,724cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2016 96,320 miles

Both rear tyres are worn on the inner edges

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak ()

Pass 29 Sep 2015 95,163 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2014 94,448 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2013 93,457 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2012 91,955 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2011 90,955 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2010 88,657 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2009 84,152 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2008 71,670 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2008 71,670 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 3 Jul 2007 60,641 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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BC04 WYK is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 3,724cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 BC04 WYK, 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 BC04 WYK registered?

BC04 WYK is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 22 July 2004.

Is BC04 WYK safe to buy?

The MOT history for BC04 WYK shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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