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RAM 80J

2004 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jul 2027
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

58,978 mi
Last recorded58,978 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2026
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl53,336 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRAM 80J
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 10 Jul 2026 58,978 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Aug 2023 58,901 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2020 58,256 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2018 57,826 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2017 56,627 miles

Nearside Rear rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 14 Jul 2016 55,733 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2015 54,282 miles

Nearside Inner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Inner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 4 Jul 2014 50,453 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2013 48,221 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2012 46,621 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2011 42,549 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2010 39,698 miles
Pass 11 May 2009 38,210 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2008 36,066 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2007 29,816 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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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RAM 80J is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 RAM 80J, 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.

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What year was RAM 80J registered?

RAM 80J is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 26 March 2004.

Is RAM 80J safe to buy?

The MOT history for RAM 80J shows 15 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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