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BD04 TZP

2004 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Aug 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

56,508 mi
Last recorded56,508 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2025
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl53,336 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD04 TZP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2025 56,508 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2025 56,508 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working BOTH (3.5 (a))

Pass 23 Aug 2023 56,282 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2022 55,819 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2020 55,490 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Pass 19 Jun 2019 54,481 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 20 Jun 2018 54,323 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2017 53,545 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2015 49,286 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2014 45,012 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2014 44,966 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2014 44,963 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 4 Jul 2013 41,825 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2012 33,593 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

tyres perished

Pass 29 Jul 2011 25,582 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2010 21,227 miles

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

Pass 4 Aug 2009 18,644 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 9 May 2008 14,759 miles
Pass 9 May 2007 11,391 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 TZP is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 BD04 TZP, 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 BD04 TZP registered?

BD04 TZP is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 12 May 2004.

Is BD04 TZP safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD04 TZP shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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