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KJS 1R

2004 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 6208cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jun 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

78,794 mi
Last recorded78,794 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2026
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl53,336 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKJS 1R
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine6,208cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2026 78,794 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2025 76,597 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2024 72,657 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 21 Mar 2023 70,104 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2022 67,088 miles

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

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

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

Fail 20 Jan 2022 67,088 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

Pass 29 Mar 2021 64,992 miles

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

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

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 20 Jan 2021 64,941 miles

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Jun 2019 62,723 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2018 60,598 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 255/35/19/Y (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge EDGES BOTH SIDES 285/30/19Y (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 8 Jun 2018 60,598 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 255/35/19/Y (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge EDGES BOTH SIDES 285/30/19Y (5.2.3 (e))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements BOTH FRONT AND REAR (0.1 (d))

Pass 2 Jun 2017 57,535 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 6 Jun 2016 52,600 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2015 47,350 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2014 43,802 miles

Rear Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 1 May 2013 39,632 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2012 34,306 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2012 34,306 miles

Front registration plate background overprinted or shadowed with text (6.3.1e)

Rear registration plate background overprinted or shadowed with text (6.3.1e)

Pass 14 Jan 2011 28,613 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2009 25,966 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2009 23,308 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2008 16,657 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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KJS 1R is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 6,208cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 KJS 1R, 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 KJS 1R registered?

KJS 1R is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 5 November 2004.

Is KJS 1R safe to buy?

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