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DL04 RUR

2004 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 3724cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Oct 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

118,235 mi
Last recorded118,235 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2025
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl53,336 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDL04 RUR
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,724cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2025 118,235 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

under & over shield preventing inspection of components

Fail 8 Oct 2025 118,231 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

under & over shield preventing inspection of components

Pass 1 Oct 2024 116,266 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2023 115,439 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2022 113,637 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2021 112,088 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2020 110,696 miles
Pass 14 May 2019 109,628 miles
Pass 14 May 2018 108,304 miles
Pass 16 May 2017 105,056 miles
Pass 13 May 2016 90,997 miles

unable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

Pass 22 May 2015 77,295 miles

unable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

Pass 21 May 2014 67,656 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2012 66,977 miles

Both front tyres starting to wear on edges and cracking.

Pass 9 Aug 2011 59,778 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2011 59,774 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 6 Aug 2010 54,739 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2009 51,410 miles

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

Pass 10 Jul 2008 48,858 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 9 Jul 2008 48,852 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 28 Aug 2007 37,812 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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DL04 RUR is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black 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 DL04 RUR, 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 DL04 RUR registered?

DL04 RUR is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 12 May 2004.

Is DL04 RUR safe to buy?

The MOT history for DL04 RUR 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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