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BK04 UNH

2004 Mercedes-benz Sl

Red Petrol 5513cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Apr 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

32,121 mi
Last recorded32,121 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2026
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl53,336 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK04 UNH
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,513cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2026 32,121 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 23 Apr 2026 32,114 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 12 Oct 2024 31,690 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 3 Oct 2023 31,366 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2022 31,117 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2021 30,602 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2020 30,208 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2019 29,084 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2019 29,074 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Aug 2018 26,743 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2017 26,213 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2016 25,055 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2015 23,104 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2014 22,301 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2013 21,286 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2012 20,352 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2011 19,889 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2010 17,075 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 30 Mar 2009 14,017 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2008 9,638 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2007 7,288 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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BK04 UNH is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl in Red with a 5,513cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 BK04 UNH, 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 BK04 UNH registered?

BK04 UNH is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 29 March 2004.

Is BK04 UNH safe to buy?

The MOT history for BK04 UNH shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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