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DC04 EEP

2004 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 3724cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jan 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

33,919 mi
Last recorded33,919 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2026
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl53,336 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDC04 EEP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,724cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Jan 2026 33,919 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Jan 2025 32,491 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2024 31,333 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2022 30,480 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2022 29,746 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2020 28,281 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2019 25,452 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2018 24,119 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2017 22,554 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2017 22,528 miles

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

Pass 2 Sep 2016 20,808 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2016 20,793 miles

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

Pass 4 Sep 2015 18,887 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2014 16,759 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2014 16,750 miles

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

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

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

Front tyre at o/s perishing/cracking on outer wall.

Pass 20 Aug 2013 15,068 miles

Nail in n/s rear tyre.

Pass 29 Aug 2012 13,707 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2011 12,955 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2010 12,034 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2008 10,040 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2007 8,572 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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DC04 EEP is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 3,724cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 DC04 EEP, 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 DC04 EEP registered?

DC04 EEP is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 31 August 2004.

Is DC04 EEP safe to buy?

The MOT history for DC04 EEP shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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