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FH04 VZT

2004 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 3724cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Dec 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

61,238 mi
Last recorded61,238 miles
Recorded on29 Dec 2025
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl53,336 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH04 VZT
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,724cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Dec 2025 61,238 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2024 60,120 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2023 58,387 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2022 56,253 miles
Fail 29 Dec 2022 56,253 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 18 Dec 2021 54,312 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 23 Dec 2020 53,036 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2019 51,650 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Dec 2018 50,976 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2018 50,976 miles

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps both (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 16 Dec 2017 50,301 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2016 47,621 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2016 46,420 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2014 45,011 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2013 44,433 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2012 43,649 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2011 42,132 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2010 39,636 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2009 35,835 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2008 28,023 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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FH04 VZT is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 3,724cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 FH04 VZT, 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 FH04 VZT registered?

FH04 VZT is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 26 May 2004.

Is FH04 VZT safe to buy?

The MOT history for FH04 VZT shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FH04 VZT have outstanding finance?

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