CarVerify

Free Car Check

PL04 AOB

2004 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 3724cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Mar 2027
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

30,497 mi
Last recorded30,497 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2026
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl53,336 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Mercedes-benz
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £14.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationPL04 AOB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,724cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

19 pass
Pass 10 Mar 2026 30,497 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2024 30,209 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2023 30,109 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 8 Nov 2022 30,029 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front inner bush has slight movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 14 Oct 2021 29,844 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2020 29,654 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 25 Apr 2019 28,852 miles

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

Pass 9 Apr 2018 27,705 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2017 26,431 miles

engine management light on

Pass 19 Apr 2016 24,551 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2015 22,921 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2014 21,287 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2013 19,761 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2012 18,359 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2011 16,868 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2010 14,799 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2009 13,459 miles
Pass 30 May 2008 11,926 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2007 9,725 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
Full Mercedes-benz Sl reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

PL04 AOB is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 3,724cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 PL04 AOB, 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 PL04 AOB?

You can check the full history of PL04 AOB by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was PL04 AOB registered?

PL04 AOB is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 29 May 2004.

Is PL04 AOB safe to buy?

The MOT history for PL04 AOB shows 19 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does PL04 AOB have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on PL04 AOB. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.