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KS04 BWY

2004 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jan 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

50,045 mi
Last recorded50,045 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2026
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl53,336 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS04 BWY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2026 50,045 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2025 49,495 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2024 48,884 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2023 47,215 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2021 45,956 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Dec 2020 44,341 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2020 42,132 miles
Fail 2 Jan 2020 42,130 miles

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

Pass 8 Jan 2019 40,082 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2018 38,464 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 16 Jan 2017 36,309 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2016 33,651 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2015 30,856 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2013 28,631 miles

front and rear brake pad's worn low

Pass 11 Oct 2012 26,056 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2011 23,832 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2010 21,286 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2009 18,703 miles

near side front inner tyre sidewall cut no canvas

Pass 13 Aug 2008 16,253 miles
Pass 27 May 2008 14,932 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2007 12,266 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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KS04 BWY 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 95.2%.

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 KS04 BWY, 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 KS04 BWY?

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What year was KS04 BWY registered?

KS04 BWY is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 2 June 2004.

Is KS04 BWY safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS04 BWY shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does KS04 BWY have outstanding finance?

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