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K5 PME

2004 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 3724cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 May 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

32,313 mi
Last recorded32,313 miles
Recorded on19 May 2026
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl53,336 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK5 PME
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,724cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 May 2026 32,313 miles
Pass 2 May 2025 31,744 miles

Central Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Head Light Washer Jet Not Working

Pass 15 May 2024 31,192 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 10 May 2023 30,663 miles

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

Pass 26 Apr 2022 30,114 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 13 May 2021 29,474 miles
Pass 12 May 2020 28,759 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2019 28,455 miles
Pass 21 May 2018 27,918 miles
Pass 17 May 2017 27,006 miles
Fail 11 May 2017 27,006 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Pass 24 May 2016 26,186 miles
Pass 19 May 2015 25,177 miles
Pass 21 May 2014 24,081 miles
Pass 10 May 2013 23,257 miles
Pass 16 May 2012 22,369 miles
Pass 21 May 2011 21,066 miles
Pass 15 May 2010 18,945 miles
Fail 8 May 2010 18,919 miles

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

Pass 26 May 2009 16,600 miles
Pass 20 May 2008 14,830 miles
Pass 11 May 2007 11,861 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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K5 PME is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 3,724cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 K5 PME, 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 K5 PME registered?

K5 PME is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 25 May 2004.

Is K5 PME safe to buy?

The MOT history for K5 PME shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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