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KW53 OWA

2004 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 5439cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Nov 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

60,733 mi
Last recorded60,733 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2025
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl53,336 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKW53 OWA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,439cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2025 60,733 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2024 60,189 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2023 59,522 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2022 58,381 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2021 56,710 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2020 55,125 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2019 55,049 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2018 55,007 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2017 54,042 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2016 53,239 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2015 52,926 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2014 51,996 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2013 49,700 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2012 49,521 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2011 48,694 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2010 47,773 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2009 46,463 miles

Offside Side repeater incomplete (1.5.A1b)

Pass 7 Oct 2009 46,463 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2008 44,643 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2008 38,228 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2007 35,313 miles

slight surface rust on front discs were car has stood

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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KW53 OWA is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 5,439cc 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 KW53 OWA, 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 KW53 OWA registered?

KW53 OWA is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 21 January 2004.

Is KW53 OWA safe to buy?

The MOT history for KW53 OWA 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.

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