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BX04 BPU

2004 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 5439cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Aug 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

67,146 mi
Last recorded67,146 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2026
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl53,336 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBX04 BPU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,439cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2026 67,146 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2025 66,822 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2024 65,468 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2023 64,165 miles

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

Fail 4 Aug 2023 64,165 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))

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

Pass 1 Aug 2022 62,624 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2021 62,180 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2020 61,268 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2019 58,680 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Jul 2018 56,945 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2017 55,341 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2016 52,032 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2015 47,803 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 4 Aug 2014 46,337 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2013 43,516 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 23 Jul 2012 40,842 miles

air bag fault light is on

Pass 25 May 2011 37,024 miles
Pass 26 May 2010 33,480 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)

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

Pass 15 May 2009 29,926 miles
Pass 17 May 2008 25,778 miles
Pass 24 May 2007 19,741 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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BX04 BPU is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 5,439cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 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 BX04 BPU, 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 BX04 BPU?

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What year was BX04 BPU registered?

BX04 BPU is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 28 May 2004.

Is BX04 BPU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BX04 BPU shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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