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KV04 UDU

2004 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2025
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

131,774 mi
Last recorded131,774 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2024
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl53,336 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV04 UDU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2024 131,774 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all brake discs worn (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated front arm (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play rear ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 17 Nov 2023 125,140 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated front arm (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive rear diff oily (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working high level (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Fail 7 Nov 2023 124,989 miles

Offside Front Suspension component ball joint excessively worn shock absorber ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated front arm (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive rear diff oily (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working high level (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 1 Nov 2022 118,777 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2021 106,899 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2020 101,859 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2019 95,815 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2018 86,601 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2017 75,462 miles

Rear wearing on inner edges

Fail 11 Oct 2017 75,461 miles

Nearside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because tyres with different structures are fitted across the same axle runflate tyre (4.1.A.2a)

Rear wearing on inner edges

Pass 10 Oct 2016 61,642 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2015 58,032 miles

off side rear tyer nail

Pass 6 Nov 2014 54,285 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2013 47,601 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

n/s/f suspension unet damp

Fail 9 Jan 2013 47,597 miles

Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

n/s/f suspension unet damp

Pass 18 Jan 2012 43,162 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2011 35,708 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

cut in o/s/r tyre side wall

n/s/f tyre wearing low on edge,o/s wearing on edge

rear tyres bald on inner edges

Pass 1 Feb 2010 32,745 miles

tyres wearing low on edges

Pass 2 Feb 2009 27,396 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2008 23,535 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2007 19,858 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2007 18,943 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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KV04 UDU is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 4,966cc 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 KV04 UDU, 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 KV04 UDU registered?

KV04 UDU is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 3 March 2004.

Is KV04 UDU safe to buy?

The MOT history for KV04 UDU 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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