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PN04 PYF

2004 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 5439cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Apr 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

55,177 mi
Last recorded55,177 miles
Recorded on1 May 2026
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl53,336 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPN04 PYF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,439cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 May 2026 55,177 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2026 55,173 miles

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Aug 2024 54,358 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2023 50,331 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Mar 2022 47,300 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2021 42,482 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2019 41,859 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2018 40,223 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2017 40,077 miles

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

Pass 23 Apr 2016 39,698 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2015 39,244 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2014 38,249 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2013 35,144 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2012 34,036 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2010 31,155 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2009 25,227 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2008 21,191 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2007 16,756 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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PN04 PYF is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 5,439cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 PN04 PYF, 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 PN04 PYF registered?

PN04 PYF is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 13 April 2004.

Is PN04 PYF safe to buy?

The MOT history for PN04 PYF shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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