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L444 RGG

2004 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 3724cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Oct 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

68,041 mi
Last recorded68,041 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2025
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl53,336 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL444 RGG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,724cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2025 68,041 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2024 66,590 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 21 Aug 2023 65,146 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2022 63,431 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2021 61,980 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2020 60,246 miles

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

nearside front tyre damaged on sidewall.

Pass 11 Feb 2019 58,900 miles

Engine cover & under trays fitted

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Over sills fitted

Pass 26 Feb 2018 57,254 miles

Engine cover & under trays fitted

Over sills fitted

Pass 28 Feb 2017 53,837 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2016 51,601 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2015 48,127 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2015 48,127 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 4 Mar 2014 43,640 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2012 34,412 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2012 34,412 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 4 Apr 2011 31,407 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

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

Pass 3 Mar 2010 25,993 miles

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

Pass 16 Feb 2009 19,676 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)

Fail 16 Feb 2009 19,676 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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 10 Mar 2008 15,962 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2007 11,137 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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L444 RGG is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 3,724cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 L444 RGG, 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 L444 RGG registered?

L444 RGG is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 5 March 2004.

Is L444 RGG safe to buy?

The MOT history for L444 RGG shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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