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RV04 YTM

2004 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 3724cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jul 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

83,494 mi
Last recorded83,494 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2026
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl53,336 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV04 YTM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,724cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2026 83,494 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Apr 2023 83,305 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Apr 2022 82,887 miles

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

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))

unable to view all parts due to under trays fitted

Pass 28 Apr 2021 81,886 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Under body shields fitted not allowing inspection of some vehicle components

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 18 Sep 2020 81,798 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Under body shields fitted not allowing inspection of some vehicle components

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Apr 2019 80,530 miles

Offside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush very slight play in joint (5.3.2 (c))

Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met but it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. Readings: L / R 170 / 150 EFF = 16 %

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

undercarriage trays / sill guards / splash guards / heat shields / engine covers / component covers obscuring / limiting access to prescribed areas and or items

Fail 29 Mar 2019 80,515 miles

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush joint (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt on forward most arm (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Aero blades (3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met but it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. Readings: L / R 170 / 150 EFF = 16 %

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

undercarriage trays / sill guards / splash guards / heat shields / engine covers / component covers obscuring / limiting access to prescribed areas and or items

Pass 23 Mar 2018 78,688 miles
Pass 5 May 2017 77,043 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both sides/outer wall cracks (4.1.E.1)

noise from fuel tank

Fail 31 Mar 2017 77,042 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

both rear tyres getting low

Pass 4 Dec 2015 74,431 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 28 Nov 2014 71,652 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2013 65,421 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2012 61,365 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nail in offside rear tyre

n/s/r lamp damaged

Pass 2 Dec 2011 57,662 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2010 54,226 miles

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

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

front discs worn and heavily grooved

rear discs slightly worn

offside rear tyre has nail in outer shoulder of tyre

Fail 29 Nov 2010 54,226 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

front discs worn and heavily grooved

rear discs slightly worn

offside rear tyre has nail in outer shoulder of tyre

Pass 5 Dec 2009 47,206 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2008 40,183 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Sep 2007 29,966 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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RV04 YTM is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 3,724cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 RV04 YTM, 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 RV04 YTM registered?

RV04 YTM is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 31 March 2004.

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