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LR04 DMX

2004 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 5439cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Jul 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

86,770 mi
Last recorded86,770 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2026
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl53,336 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR04 DMX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,439cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2026 86,770 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2025 85,310 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2024 83,696 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 17 Jun 2024 83,683 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 14 Oct 2021 82,097 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2021 82,097 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Sep 2020 81,501 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2019 80,172 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2018 78,530 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2017 76,627 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2016 74,899 miles

Offside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 16 Jun 2015 73,259 miles

slight play in n/s/f shock absorber bottom ball joint.

Fail 10 Jun 2015 73,259 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

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

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

slight play in n/s/f shock absorber bottom ball joint.

Pass 17 Jun 2014 71,225 miles
Pass 29 May 2013 68,681 miles

Offside Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 17 May 2012 66,329 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2011 64,824 miles

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

Pass 17 Jun 2010 63,297 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2009 59,563 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2008 57,169 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2007 53,875 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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LR04 DMX 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 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 LR04 DMX, 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 LR04 DMX registered?

LR04 DMX is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 2 March 2004.

Is LR04 DMX safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR04 DMX 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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