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RX04 AKP

2004 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jun 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

44,980 mi
Last recorded44,980 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2026
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl53,336 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX04 AKP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2026 44,980 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2025 44,084 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2024 43,824 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 6 Oct 2023 42,856 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2022 41,993 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 26 Nov 2021 39,999 miles

Offside Front Hydraulic leak, but not excessive suspension weeping (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 25 Nov 2021 39,999 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Hydraulic leak, but not excessive suspension weeping (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Dec 2020 38,237 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2019 36,528 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2018 36,340 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2017 35,861 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

oil leak from engine

Pass 22 Mar 2016 35,164 miles

all rear brake pads getting low

Pass 20 Mar 2015 34,601 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2014 33,335 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2013 32,454 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2012 28,383 miles

all 4 tyres sidewalls damaged

Pass 17 Feb 2011 27,081 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2009 24,700 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2008 21,667 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2008 17,210 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2007 11,846 miles

Nearside Front Fluid suspension unit slightly deteriorated (2.4.D.1b)

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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RX04 AKP is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 4,966cc 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 RX04 AKP, 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 RX04 AKP registered?

RX04 AKP is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 19 March 2004.

Is RX04 AKP safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX04 AKP 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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