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OU04 ZPV

2004 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 5439cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jul 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

39,698 mi
Last recorded39,698 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2026
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl53,336 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOU04 ZPV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,439cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2026 39,698 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2025 39,548 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2024 39,164 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2023 38,756 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2021 38,142 miles
Pass 6 May 2020 37,568 miles

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

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

Fail 6 May 2020 37,568 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

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

Pass 26 Jun 2019 37,541 miles

Front oil leak

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner and outer side wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

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

full under trays fitted not allowing full inspection

Fail 16 May 2019 37,540 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

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

full under trays fitted not allowing full inspection

oil leak underneath vehicle

Pass 1 Sep 2017 32,705 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2016 30,035 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2015 27,849 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2014 26,339 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2014 25,986 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2013 23,841 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2012 23,638 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2011 23,438 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2010 23,140 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2009 22,614 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2008 22,000 miles

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

Pass 15 Feb 2007 15,576 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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OU04 ZPV is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 5,439cc 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 OU04 ZPV, 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 OU04 ZPV?

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What year was OU04 ZPV registered?

OU04 ZPV is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 March 2004.

Is OU04 ZPV safe to buy?

The MOT history for OU04 ZPV 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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