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MB04 LXC

2004 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jun 2027
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

34,627 mi
Last recorded34,627 miles
Recorded on29 May 2026
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl53,336 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMB04 LXC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 29 May 2026 34,627 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2025 32,269 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive OIL FILTER (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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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MB04 LXC is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 MB04 LXC, 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 MB04 LXC registered?

MB04 LXC is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 June 2004.

Is MB04 LXC safe to buy?

The MOT history for MB04 LXC shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does MB04 LXC have outstanding finance?

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