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RY04 FJJ

2004 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 3724cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Sep 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

46,870 mi
Last recorded46,870 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2026
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl53,336 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRY04 FJJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,724cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2026 46,870 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2025 46,355 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2024 45,809 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2023 45,414 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2022 44,900 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2021 44,238 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2020 43,986 miles

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

Pass 15 Apr 2019 42,965 miles

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

Pass 1 May 2018 42,319 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2018 42,318 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 28 Apr 2017 41,680 miles
Pass 3 May 2016 40,993 miles
Fail 3 May 2016 40,993 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 13 May 2015 39,875 miles
Pass 19 May 2014 38,420 miles
Pass 7 May 2013 37,079 miles
Pass 22 May 2012 35,818 miles
Pass 20 May 2011 34,471 miles
Pass 17 May 2010 24,955 miles
Pass 20 May 2009 14,726 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2008 14,050 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2007 13,734 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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RY04 FJJ is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 3,724cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 RY04 FJJ, 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 RY04 FJJ registered?

RY04 FJJ is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 30 June 2004.

Is RY04 FJJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for RY04 FJJ shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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