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FK02 CJS

2004 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 3724cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Feb 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

109,245 mi
Last recorded109,245 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2026
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl53,336 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFK02 CJS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,724cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2026 109,245 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2025 106,511 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2024 103,195 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 28 Mar 2023 101,756 miles

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

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

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

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

Pass 14 Mar 2022 98,527 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords tread depth 3mm (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords tread depth 3mm (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 14 Mar 2022 98,527 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords tread depth 3mm (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords tread depth 3mm (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 30 Mar 2021 95,520 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

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

Pass 16 May 2020 94,135 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2019 92,392 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear park brake advise travel

Fail 23 Apr 2019 92,390 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear park brake advise travel

Pass 20 Apr 2018 88,098 miles

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

Pass 11 Apr 2017 83,783 miles

Front Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Nearside Front Outer tyre wall damaged

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

engine cover and under tray fitted

Pass 22 Apr 2016 75,879 miles

Nearside Front Outer tyre wall damaged

engine cover and under tray fitted

Pass 13 Apr 2015 68,587 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Apr 2014 63,358 miles

both front tyres wearing slightly on edges

Pass 26 Mar 2013 58,534 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2012 52,946 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Offside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Pass 15 Apr 2011 46,996 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2010 39,723 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 24 Apr 2009 30,740 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2008 21,929 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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FK02 CJS is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver 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 FK02 CJS, 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 FK02 CJS registered?

FK02 CJS is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 18 November 2004.

Is FK02 CJS safe to buy?

The MOT history for FK02 CJS 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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