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KW04 AHD

2004 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 3724cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Nov 2021
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

58,066 mi
Last recorded58,066 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2020
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl53,336 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKW04 AHD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,724cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2020 58,066 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective both (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Fail 7 Nov 2020 58,066 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective both (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 15 Apr 2019 55,143 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Mar 2018 52,099 miles

Nearside Front Outer tyre side wall has cuts on side wall

Fail 15 Mar 2018 52,097 miles

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

Nearside Front Outer tyre side wall has cuts on side wall

Pass 5 Apr 2016 48,922 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2016 48,922 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 18 Aug 2015 47,759 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2015 45,805 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2014 39,522 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nearside rear tyre inner wall is close to legal limit measured at 2.0mm

Pass 17 Jan 2013 36,794 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Jan 2012 32,414 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2012 32,407 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Obligatory mirror is incapable of being adjusted to provide an adequate view to the rear (8.1.2b)

Pass 26 Jan 2011 28,679 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2010 25,332 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2009 21,714 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2008 17,797 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2007 16,634 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2007 14,156 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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KW04 AHD is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 3,724cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 KW04 AHD, 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 KW04 AHD registered?

KW04 AHD is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 5 August 2004.

Is KW04 AHD safe to buy?

The MOT history for KW04 AHD shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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