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CW04 AZA

2004 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 5439cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Sep 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

48,567 mi
Last recorded48,567 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2026
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl53,336 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCW04 AZA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,439cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2026 48,567 miles

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 28 Aug 2025 48,272 miles

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 12 Sep 2024 48,204 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2023 48,162 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Aug 2022 47,966 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Sep 2021 47,778 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2020 47,450 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2019 47,262 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2018 47,127 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2017 46,640 miles

Engine covers and undertrays fitted not allowing inspection of some components.

Pass 24 Nov 2016 45,509 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2016 45,509 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Pass 30 Nov 2015 43,718 miles

Undertrays fitted not allowing inspection of some components.

Pass 11 Nov 2014 41,123 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front brake discs corroded and worn on inner surfaces.

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 Nov 2013 38,644 miles

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

Front brake discs worn.

Pass 30 Nov 2012 34,197 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 21 Nov 2011 31,584 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2010 29,710 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2009 27,027 miles
Pass 22 May 2008 23,232 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2007 12,079 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2007 12,079 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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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CW04 AZA is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 5,439cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 CW04 AZA, 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 CW04 AZA registered?

CW04 AZA is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 26 March 2004.

Is CW04 AZA safe to buy?

The MOT history for CW04 AZA shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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