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D8 KAO

2004 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 3724cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Sep 2024
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

44,914 mi
Last recorded44,914 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2023
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl53,336 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD8 KAO
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,724cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2023 44,914 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2023 44,783 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))

all tyres cracking heavily. replacement strongly recommended.

Pass 15 Mar 2022 43,230 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 15 Mar 2021 38,481 miles
Pass 7 May 2019 33,852 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2018 29,459 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2017 25,122 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2015 18,841 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2015 18,841 miles

Rear registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Pass 28 Aug 2014 18,526 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2013 18,380 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2012 18,233 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2011 18,118 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2011 18,074 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

front disc slight corrosion on inside

rear discs slight corrosion on inside

Pass 7 Sep 2010 17,673 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2009 17,179 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2008 15,398 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2007 13,085 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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D8 KAO is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 3,724cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 D8 KAO, 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.

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What year was D8 KAO registered?

D8 KAO is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 22 September 2004.

Is D8 KAO safe to buy?

The MOT history for D8 KAO shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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