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LW04 YAX

2004 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 3724cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Apr 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

89,616 mi
Last recorded89,616 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2026
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl53,336 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLW04 YAX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,724cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2026 89,616 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2025 88,942 miles

Offside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair handbrake (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 26 Oct 2023 88,775 miles

engine covers and under trays fitted obscuring some testable items

Fail 23 Oct 2023 88,774 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

engine covers and under trays fitted obscuring some testable items

Pass 30 Sep 2022 87,460 miles

engine cover and underbody covers fitted obscuring some testable items

Pass 5 Aug 2021 86,825 miles

engine covers and under body covers fitted obscuring some testable items

Pass 27 Jul 2020 85,787 miles

engine covers and under trays fitted obscuring some testable items

Fail 21 Jul 2020 85,787 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

engine covers and under trays fitted obscuring some testable items

Pass 28 Jan 2019 83,135 miles

Engine covers and under-trays fitted

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Feb 2018 80,842 miles

engine covers and under trays fitted obscuring some testable items

Pass 3 Feb 2017 78,085 miles

engine covers and under body covers fitted obscuring some testable items

Pass 13 Feb 2016 69,860 miles

engine cover and under body covers fitted obscuring some testable components

Fail 13 Feb 2016 69,860 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

engine cover and under body covers fitted obscuring some testable components

Pass 5 Nov 2015 69,072 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2015 67,671 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2014 65,558 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2013 61,735 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2012 55,842 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2011 53,870 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2010 52,840 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2009 52,145 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2008 51,270 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2007 49,800 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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LW04 YAX is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 3,724cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 LW04 YAX, 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 LW04 YAX?

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What year was LW04 YAX registered?

LW04 YAX is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 7 July 2004.

Is LW04 YAX safe to buy?

The MOT history for LW04 YAX shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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