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DU04 XHL

2004 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 3724cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Apr 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

59,067 mi
Last recorded59,067 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2026
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl53,336 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU04 XHL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,724cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2026 59,067 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2018 57,959 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2017 56,464 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2016 54,375 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2015 52,333 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2014 48,452 miles

both front tyres splitting between trad pattern and wall

darkness of window tinting

Fail 8 Apr 2013 43,962 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 8 Apr 2013 43,962 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Mar 2012 41,244 miles

n/s/f and o/s/f front bottom ball joints gaitors

Pass 24 Mar 2011 37,674 miles

rear brake pads getting low

Pass 9 Apr 2010 35,108 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2009 33,480 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2008 31,047 miles

Oil leak

Pass 15 Mar 2007 28,679 miles

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

Nearside Rear 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)

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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DU04 XHL is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 3,724cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 DU04 XHL, 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 DU04 XHL registered?

DU04 XHL is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 March 2004.

Is DU04 XHL safe to buy?

The MOT history for DU04 XHL shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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