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LE04 JCJ

2004 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

30,559 mi
Last recorded30,559 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2025
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl53,336 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLE04 JCJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2025 30,559 miles

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

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

Pass 21 May 2024 30,436 miles

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

Pass 24 Jun 2022 29,926 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Mar 2021 29,112 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2020 28,419 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2019 27,793 miles

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

Wiper blades getting old

Pass 15 Feb 2018 27,348 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2017 26,140 miles

Rear flexy hoses perishing with age

Pass 16 Feb 2016 24,003 miles

Front Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 24 Feb 2015 21,893 miles

both rear tyres getting low

n/s/f tyre side wall perished with age

Pass 4 Mar 2014 19,789 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2013 19,309 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2012 18,963 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2011 18,109 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2010 16,423 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 16 Apr 2010 16,423 miles

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

Pass 29 Jun 2009 14,117 miles

front number plate

parking brake travel

very slight ridge front brake discs, and metallic noise when front wheel rotated

Pass 14 Jul 2008 11,191 miles

advise offside rear lens

Pass 18 Jul 2007 8,638 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2007 8,636 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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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LE04 JCJ is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 LE04 JCJ, 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

How do I check the history of LE04 JCJ?

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What year was LE04 JCJ registered?

LE04 JCJ is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 13 July 2004.

Is LE04 JCJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LE04 JCJ shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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