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MK04 ZRF

2004 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 5439cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jan 2021
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

82,365 mi
Last recorded82,365 miles
Recorded on10 Jan 2020
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl53,336 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK04 ZRF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,439cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Jan 2020 82,365 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2018 79,876 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2018 79,874 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 1 Sep 2017 74,892 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2016 67,750 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2016 67,731 miles

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

Pass 14 Aug 2015 61,740 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Aug 2014 56,683 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2014 56,683 miles

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

Pass 27 Aug 2013 51,626 miles

Oil leak

Pass 30 Aug 2012 47,818 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 5 May 2011 41,644 miles

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

Pass 28 Apr 2010 35,845 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2009 32,355 miles

Emissions ok, but printer faulty!!!

Pass 26 Feb 2008 26,914 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2007 21,875 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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MK04 ZRF is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 5,439cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 MK04 ZRF, 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 MK04 ZRF registered?

MK04 ZRF is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 4 March 2004.

Is MK04 ZRF safe to buy?

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