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EX04 LWK

2004 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Apr 2027
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

51,455 mi
Last recorded51,455 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2026
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl53,336 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX04 LWK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 10 Apr 2026 51,455 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2025 51,139 miles

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

Pass 25 Mar 2024 50,983 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2023 50,660 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2022 48,806 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2021 46,697 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2020 42,766 miles

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

Pass 29 Mar 2019 39,330 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2018 37,496 miles

Front brake discs slightly worn.

Pass 7 Apr 2017 33,129 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2016 28,798 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2015 27,713 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2014 26,794 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2013 23,969 miles

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

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

both rear tyre treads wearing on inner edge

Pass 20 Apr 2012 22,268 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front tyres worn low inner edges

reartyres worn low centre tread + inner edges

Pass 21 Apr 2011 18,924 miles
Pass 5 May 2010 17,628 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)

wear to front number plate

Pass 28 Nov 2008 9,998 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2007 6,960 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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EX04 LWK is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 EX04 LWK, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was EX04 LWK registered?

EX04 LWK is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 10 May 2004.

Is EX04 LWK safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX04 LWK shows 19 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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