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R2 SPH

2004 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Oct 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

89,644 mi
Last recorded89,644 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2026
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl53,336 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR2 SPH
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2026 89,644 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

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

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

vehicle underside , suspension components corroded

Pass 10 Sep 2025 88,822 miles

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

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play Slight play in NSF inner steering rack joint (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Rear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

vehicle underside , suspension components corroded

Pass 20 Sep 2024 87,662 miles

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

vehicle underside , suspension components corroded

Pass 5 Oct 2023 85,753 miles

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 4 Oct 2023 85,749 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 22 Sep 2022 83,337 miles

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 30 Sep 2021 81,257 miles

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

handbrake requirement only just met it would appear the system requires adjustment or repair

offside rear tyre wearing on inner edge

under trays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 18 Sep 2020 75,395 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2019 72,210 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2018 67,021 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2017 62,770 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 4 Oct 2016 59,928 miles

plastic undertrays fitted

Pass 10 Sep 2015 55,580 miles

Both front tyres worn hard on inner edge

Pass 23 Sep 2014 50,824 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

front tyres worn down on inside edges

Fail 12 Sep 2013 47,462 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Offside Front Side repeater has a product on the lens but not adversely affecting light output (1.4.A.2e)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 12 Sep 2013 47,462 miles

Offside Front Side repeater has a product on the lens but not adversely affecting light output (1.4.A.2e)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 8 Oct 2012 44,901 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2011 40,420 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2010 35,217 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2009 31,513 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2008 26,475 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2007 21,744 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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R2 SPH 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 90.9%.

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 R2 SPH, 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 R2 SPH registered?

R2 SPH is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 27 September 2004.

Is R2 SPH safe to buy?

The MOT history for R2 SPH shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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