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R80 PUB

2004 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 3724cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Sep 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

72,827 mi
Last recorded72,827 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2026
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl53,336 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR80 PUB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,724cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2026 72,827 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2025 72,725 miles

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

Fail 31 Oct 2025 72,724 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearside and offside front (inner-shoulder worn) (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Oct 2024 70,165 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2023 65,264 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2022 61,693 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2021 58,820 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2020 56,438 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2019 55,032 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2018 49,689 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2017 43,486 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2016 38,152 miles

NS FRONT COIL SPRING CORRODED

Pass 5 Oct 2015 31,565 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2014 28,165 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2013 26,252 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2012 21,513 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2011 19,448 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2010 17,788 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2009 15,821 miles

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

both sides front tyres wearing unevenly

Pass 19 Sep 2008 13,540 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2007 11,020 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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R80 PUB is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 3,724cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 R80 PUB, 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 R80 PUB registered?

R80 PUB is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 25 September 2004.

Is R80 PUB safe to buy?

The MOT history for R80 PUB shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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