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EP04 VBL

2004 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 3724cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Mar 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

97,536 mi
Last recorded97,536 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2025
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl53,336 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEP04 VBL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,724cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2025 97,536 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2024 96,249 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2023 95,063 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2022 94,988 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2021 94,596 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2020 94,074 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2019 92,767 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2018 91,603 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2017 89,288 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2016 87,685 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2015 84,203 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2014 77,121 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2013 71,903 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2012 67,419 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2011 62,619 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2010 57,718 miles

N/S Headlamp adjuster broken repair made,but recommend replacement headlamp unit to be fitted.

Fail 25 Mar 2010 57,718 miles

N/S Headlamp adjuster broken repair made,but recommend replacement headlamp unit to be fitted.

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 11 Mar 2009 49,899 miles

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

Fail 11 Mar 2009 49,899 miles

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 13 Mar 2008 37,454 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2007 24,546 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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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EP04 VBL 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 90.5%.

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 EP04 VBL, 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 EP04 VBL registered?

EP04 VBL is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 15 April 2004.

Is EP04 VBL safe to buy?

The MOT history for EP04 VBL shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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