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K99 BAT

2004 Mercedes-benz Sl

Grey Petrol 5980cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Mar 2027
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

63,940 mi
Last recorded63,940 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2026
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl53,336 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK99 BAT
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,980cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2026 63,940 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2024 63,450 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2023 63,008 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 21 Oct 2022 62,505 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2021 61,837 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2020 61,290 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front brake discs rusty on inner edge

Pass 4 Dec 2019 60,885 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2018 60,399 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2018 59,351 miles

rear tyres worn on outside edges

Fail 10 Jan 2018 59,351 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

rear tyres worn on outside edges

Pass 24 Jan 2017 58,471 miles

o/s rear tyre getting low on outside edge

Pass 8 Feb 2016 56,662 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 21 Jan 2016 56,617 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 27 Jan 2015 55,010 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2014 53,961 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2013 51,919 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2013 51,919 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 23 Feb 2012 50,165 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2011 46,528 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2010 41,940 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2009 38,338 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2008 33,998 miles

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

Fail 27 Feb 2008 33,998 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Pass 27 Feb 2007 24,689 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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K99 BAT is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl in Grey with a 5,980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 K99 BAT, 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

How do I check the history of K99 BAT?

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What year was K99 BAT registered?

K99 BAT is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 March 2004.

Is K99 BAT safe to buy?

The MOT history for K99 BAT shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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