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NBZ 8

2004 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Mar 2027
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

65,508 mi
Last recorded65,508 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2026
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl53,336 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNBZ 8
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2026 65,508 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2025 64,663 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2025 64,655 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Feb 2024 63,468 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 27 Feb 2024 63,468 miles

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

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 27 Feb 2023 62,568 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 21 Feb 2022 60,984 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2022 60,984 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge worn out of shape replacement advised (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Mar 2021 58,957 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2020 56,119 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2019 53,318 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2018 49,864 miles

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

Pass 7 Feb 2017 45,676 miles

Plastic covers fitted

Pass 29 Feb 2016 41,923 miles

Plastic under trays fitted

Pass 24 Feb 2015 38,269 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front brake pads becoming low

Pass 25 Feb 2014 34,818 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front brake pads below 50% worn

Pass 26 Feb 2013 31,692 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 28 Feb 2012 28,562 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Rear tyres worn on edges ,nsr has slight lift in tread

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 24 Feb 2012 28,556 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Rear tyres worn on edges ,nsr has slight lift in tread

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 Mar 2011 25,208 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2011 25,204 miles

Creeking from o/s suspension joints.

Strong smell of petrol.(no visable leaks present)

Pass 5 Feb 2010 20,161 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2009 15,925 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2008 12,432 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2007 9,564 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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NBZ 8 is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

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 NBZ 8, 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 NBZ 8 registered?

NBZ 8 is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 20 March 2004.

Is NBZ 8 safe to buy?

The MOT history for NBZ 8 shows 25 tests with a 84% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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