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BN04 WDS

2004 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 3724cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Oct 2024
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

102,982 mi
Last recorded102,982 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2023
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl53,336 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN04 WDS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,724cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 Oct 2023 102,982 miles

Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Oct 2022 98,144 miles

Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Nov 2021 91,448 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2020 83,064 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2019 80,094 miles

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

Nearside Front 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))

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

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

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

Pass 14 Nov 2018 77,741 miles

all four tyres worn on inner edge

Fail 12 Nov 2018 77,702 miles

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

all four tyres worn on inner edge

Pass 25 Oct 2017 76,175 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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

offside front and offside rear tyres wearing stepped

Pass 18 Nov 2016 74,231 miles

nearside front tyre worn on inner edge

nearside rear tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 4 Nov 2015 71,038 miles

all tyres rippled on inner edges.

Fail 3 Nov 2015 71,038 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

all tyres rippled on inner edges.

Pass 28 Jul 2014 58,765 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2014 58,762 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g) DANGEROUS

Pass 6 Aug 2013 48,807 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 6 Aug 2013 48,807 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 Aug 2012 44,494 miles

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

Pass 8 Aug 2011 39,201 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Jul 2010 37,439 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2009 34,439 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2008 26,278 miles

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

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

Fail 5 Jun 2008 26,235 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

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

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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BN04 WDS is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 3,724cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 BN04 WDS, 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 BN04 WDS registered?

BN04 WDS is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 March 2004.

Is BN04 WDS safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN04 WDS shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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