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BNZ 868

2004 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 3724cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Apr 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

70,716 mi
Last recorded70,716 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2026
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl53,336 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBNZ 868
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,724cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2026 70,716 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.40mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.40mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 24 Apr 2026 70,716 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.40mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.40mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 12 Dec 2025 70,504 miles

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

Pass 12 Dec 2024 70,032 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2024 68,986 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2022 67,694 miles

Rear pads starting to wear

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 25 Oct 2021 66,387 miles

All four tyre's starting to wear centre of tread's All four tyre's cracking.

Pass 23 Oct 2020 63,700 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2019 62,363 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2018 60,783 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2017 58,536 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2016 55,712 miles

Offside Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Pass 10 Dec 2015 54,143 miles

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

Nearside front tyre worn inner edge close to legal limit.

Offside front tyre worn inner edge.

Pass 9 Dec 2014 52,154 miles

Both front tyres worn inner edges.

Pass 3 Dec 2013 50,297 miles

Nearside front tyre worn inner edge.

Pass 4 Dec 2012 50,030 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2012 50,030 miles

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

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 7 Dec 2011 47,984 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2010 45,981 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2009 43,676 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 15 Dec 2008 40,431 miles
Fail 31 Dec 2007 33,296 miles

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

n/s/f tyre worn on edges

o/s/f tyre devoid of tread on outer edge

undertray fitted

Pass 31 Dec 2007 33,296 miles

n/s/f tyre worn on edges

o/s/f tyre devoid of tread on outer edge

undertray fitted

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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BNZ 868 is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 3,724cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 BNZ 868, 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

How do I check the history of BNZ 868?

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What year was BNZ 868 registered?

BNZ 868 is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 29 June 2004.

Is BNZ 868 safe to buy?

The MOT history for BNZ 868 shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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