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BD04 SLV

2004 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 3724cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2024
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

39,215 mi
Last recorded39,215 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2023
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl53,336 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD04 SLV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,724cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2023 39,215 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Offside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Aug 2022 38,591 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2022 38,591 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Aug 2021 37,583 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2020 36,703 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2019 35,917 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2018 35,106 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2018 35,097 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

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

Pass 31 Jul 2017 34,149 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2016 33,152 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2015 32,080 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2014 30,952 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2013 29,376 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2013 29,376 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 5 Jul 2012 28,646 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 7 Jul 2011 27,670 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2010 25,899 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 13 Jul 2010 25,899 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2009 24,519 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2008 23,645 miles
Pass 9 May 2007 20,286 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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BD04 SLV 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 81%.

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 BD04 SLV, 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 BD04 SLV registered?

BD04 SLV is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 29 April 2004.

Is BD04 SLV safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD04 SLV shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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