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KU04 KLH

2004 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 5439cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jul 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

49,493 mi
Last recorded49,493 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2026
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl53,336 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU04 KLH
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,439cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2026 49,493 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively All (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Under trays fitted not allowing full inspection.

Pass 3 Jun 2025 48,633 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively All (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Under trays fitted not allowing full inspection.

Pass 4 Jun 2024 46,375 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively all (1.1.14 (a) (i))

tyre pressure warning light on

Pass 12 Jan 2023 45,674 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2022 45,651 miles

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

Pass 8 Oct 2021 45,508 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2020 45,450 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2019 45,358 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2018 45,236 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2017 40,806 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2016 37,708 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 26 Feb 2015 34,256 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2014 28,575 miles

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

Fail 10 Jan 2014 28,559 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

Pass 16 Jan 2013 23,530 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2012 19,552 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2011 17,147 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 18 Feb 2010 14,116 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2010 14,116 miles

Front registration plate character(s) not correctly formed (6.3.4b)

Front registration plate displaying a honeycomb or similar effect background (6.3.3)

Offside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear registration plate character(s) not correctly formed (6.3.4b)

Rear registration plate displaying a honeycomb or similar effect background (6.3.3)

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

Pass 7 May 2009 12,297 miles

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

Pass 10 Apr 2008 9,783 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2007 7,424 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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KU04 KLH is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 5,439cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 KU04 KLH, 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

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What year was KU04 KLH registered?

KU04 KLH is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 18 March 2004.

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The MOT history for KU04 KLH shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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