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PS02 BOS

2004 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Aug 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

64,097 mi
Last recorded64,097 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2026
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl53,336 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPS02 BOS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2026 64,097 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2026 64,094 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 14 Aug 2025 63,104 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 20 Aug 2024 61,064 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2023 57,803 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2022 56,423 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2021 55,141 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2020 54,152 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2019 51,881 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2018 50,271 miles

both front tyres wearing edges .......

surfice corrosion on both front & rear discs .......

Pass 14 Apr 2017 49,534 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2017 49,513 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 19 Apr 2016 48,188 miles

Offside Front 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 2 Apr 2014 41,882 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Nov 2012 38,152 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2011 31,669 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2011 31,669 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 30 Nov 2010 26,003 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2009 20,122 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2008 95,726 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2007 10,929 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2007 10,076 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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PS02 BOS is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 PS02 BOS, 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 PS02 BOS?

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What year was PS02 BOS registered?

PS02 BOS is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 September 2004.

Is PS02 BOS safe to buy?

The MOT history for PS02 BOS shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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