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MF04 PPV

2004 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 3724cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jul 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

54,951 mi
Last recorded54,951 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2026
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl53,336 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF04 PPV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,724cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2026 54,951 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2025 54,198 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2024 53,423 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Sidewall (slight) (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 10 Jul 2024 53,423 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Sidewall (slight) (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 30 Mar 2023 52,817 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2022 50,872 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2021 47,166 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2019 37,898 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2018 35,547 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2017 33,740 miles

Both rear tyres worn on inner

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 4 Apr 2016 32,781 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2015 30,496 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Rear tyres are worn unevenly on their inner edges.

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 Mar 2015 30,496 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Rear tyres are worn unevenly on their inner edges.

Pass 14 Apr 2014 28,031 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 8 Apr 2013 25,540 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2012 22,897 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Offside front tyre worn unevenly on its inner edge.

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 Apr 2011 19,322 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2010 17,992 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2009 14,792 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2008 12,609 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2007 10,914 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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MF04 PPV 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 90.5%.

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 MF04 PPV, 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 MF04 PPV registered?

MF04 PPV is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 18 March 2004.

Is MF04 PPV safe to buy?

The MOT history for MF04 PPV shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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