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KR04 XHJ

2004 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 3724cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jul 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

44,636 mi
Last recorded44,636 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2026
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl53,336 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKR04 XHJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,724cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2026 44,636 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Jun 2025 43,176 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2024 41,787 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2023 41,197 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2023 41,195 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 6 Jul 2022 40,712 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2021 39,417 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2020 39,019 miles
Pass 22 May 2019 38,238 miles

Offside Rear brake hose close to inner rim

under trays/sill covers/engine cover fitted

Pass 16 May 2018 36,979 miles
Pass 24 May 2017 36,166 miles

front and rear brake disc pads wearing thin

o/s and n/s front tyres wearing on inner edges

Pass 22 Jun 2016 34,943 miles

Front Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corrosion on face (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Front Lower Torque/reaction arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 3 Jul 2015 34,108 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2015 34,108 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 2 Jul 2014 28,983 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2013 25,315 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Jun 2012 21,371 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2011 17,944 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2010 15,890 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2010 15,305 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2009 12,408 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2008 9,838 miles
Pass 30 May 2007 5,230 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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KR04 XHJ is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 3,724cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 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 KR04 XHJ, 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 KR04 XHJ?

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What year was KR04 XHJ registered?

KR04 XHJ is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 29 May 2004.

Is KR04 XHJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for KR04 XHJ shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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