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HX04 ECF

2004 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Aug 2027
Tests23 (22 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.7%

Mileage

90,144 mi
Last recorded90,144 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2026
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl53,336 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHX04 ECF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

22 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2026 90,144 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2025 85,174 miles

Manufacturers engine and body/sill covers fitted restricting inspection of components

Pass 8 Oct 2024 82,630 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2023 81,757 miles

undertrays fitted preventing full underside inspection

Pass 18 Nov 2022 78,668 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Nail in tyre

n/s/f and o/s/f tyre bald on inner edges of tread/tyres perishing

Pass 22 Nov 2021 75,181 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2020 72,158 miles

under shields fitted preventing full inspection of underside of vehicl

Pass 14 Nov 2019 70,489 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 14 Nov 2019 70,488 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 7 Nov 2018 68,166 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2017 66,102 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2017 65,478 miles

Nearside Front Lower Ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt retaining clip not holding dust cover correctly (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 8 Aug 2016 63,412 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn on inner and outer edges (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit down to 3mm and worn on edges (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 Aug 2015 60,427 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2014 57,554 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2013 54,157 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2012 53,855 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2011 49,435 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2010 38,566 miles
Pass 11 May 2010 35,039 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2009 29,177 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 20 May 2008 23,031 miles
Pass 25 May 2007 16,091 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 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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HX04 ECF is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.7%.

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 HX04 ECF, 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 HX04 ECF registered?

HX04 ECF is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 31 December 2004.

Is HX04 ECF safe to buy?

The MOT history for HX04 ECF shows 23 tests with a 95.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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