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MF04 PPY

2004 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 3724cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Aug 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

45,668 mi
Last recorded45,668 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2026
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl53,336 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF04 PPY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,724cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2026 45,668 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge slightly worn edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge slightly worn edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Aug 2025 44,706 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2025 44,705 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt forward most (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 9 Aug 2024 44,172 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 15 Aug 2023 43,678 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2022 42,377 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Aug 2021 41,325 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2020 39,984 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 6 Aug 2019 39,424 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2018 38,312 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2017 34,960 miles

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

Pass 26 Jul 2016 34,375 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2015 33,880 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Aug 2013 31,160 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2012 26,618 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2011 23,737 miles

both front tyres scrubbed on inner edges.

Pass 15 Jul 2010 21,027 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2009 17,348 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2008 16,411 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 PPY is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 3,724cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 MF04 PPY, 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 MF04 PPY?

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What year was MF04 PPY registered?

MF04 PPY is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 5 March 2004.

Is MF04 PPY safe to buy?

The MOT history for MF04 PPY shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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