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RK04 RYM

2004 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 3724cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

70,427 mi
Last recorded70,427 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2025
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl53,336 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRK04 RYM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,724cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2025 70,427 miles
Pass 21 May 2024 69,969 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2023 69,613 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2021 68,998 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2020 68,625 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2019 68,380 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2018 66,894 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2017 65,681 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2016 64,454 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2015 61,525 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2014 57,859 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2013 52,807 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2012 48,364 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 8 Aug 2011 44,720 miles

Both front tyres wearing on inner shoulders.

Pass 6 Dec 2010 44,595 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2010 44,589 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 Dec 2009 39,243 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

offside front coil spring poorly located

parking brake lever travel could be improved

Pass 17 Jun 2008 31,215 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2007 28,230 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2007 28,225 miles

Offside Rear Tyre incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.D.1d)

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

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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RK04 RYM is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 3,724cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 RK04 RYM, 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 RK04 RYM registered?

RK04 RYM is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 19 March 2004.

Is RK04 RYM safe to buy?

The MOT history for RK04 RYM shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RK04 RYM have outstanding finance?

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