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J4 CSA

2004 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

47,314 mi
Last recorded47,314 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2025
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl53,336 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ4 CSA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2025 47,314 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2024 46,632 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2023 45,328 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Sep 2022 44,037 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2021 43,334 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2020 43,097 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2020 43,094 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Offside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Pass 12 Sep 2019 42,266 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2018 38,993 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2017 35,389 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2016 31,573 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2015 28,736 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2014 26,788 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2013 24,720 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2012 22,440 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2011 20,332 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2010 17,967 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2010 17,967 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 12 Sep 2009 15,327 miles

cut in nearside front tyre side wall,front nearside fog lamp broken.

Pass 20 Sep 2008 12,963 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2007 10,269 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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J4 CSA is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 4,966cc 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 J4 CSA, 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 J4 CSA registered?

J4 CSA is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 24 September 2004.

Is J4 CSA safe to buy?

The MOT history for J4 CSA 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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