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N30 SSF

2004 Mercedes-benz Sl

Green Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 May 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

96,020 mi
Last recorded96,020 miles
Recorded on11 May 2026
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl53,336 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN30 SSF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2004
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 May 2026 96,020 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged on outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 11 May 2026 96,020 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged on outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 28 Apr 2025 94,064 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2024 90,387 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2023 85,471 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2022 81,865 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2021 79,193 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2020 78,303 miles
Pass 9 May 2019 74,089 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2018 73,052 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2017 70,807 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2017 70,807 miles

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

Pass 19 Sep 2016 59,673 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)

Pass 15 Sep 2015 46,324 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2014 42,743 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

all brake discs slightly worn/corroded

both rear tyres slightly perrished

nearside rear tyre worn close to wearbars

Pass 31 Jul 2013 40,870 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 Aug 2012 38,358 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 26 Jul 2011 35,832 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2010 31,856 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

sills and underside covered in plastic ;

Pass 3 Aug 2009 27,566 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2008 22,731 miles

offside front tyre has a cut side wall

Pass 25 Aug 2007 18,166 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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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N30 SSF is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl in Green with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 N30 SSF, 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 N30 SSF registered?

N30 SSF is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 17 July 2004.

Is N30 SSF safe to buy?

The MOT history for N30 SSF shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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