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S1 RXC

2004 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 3724cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Nov 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

72,140 mi
Last recorded72,140 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2026
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl53,336 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS1 RXC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,724cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2026 72,140 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2025 70,881 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2024 70,447 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2023 69,273 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Oct 2022 68,177 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Oct 2021 67,427 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Oct 2020 65,853 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2019 63,806 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2018 60,487 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2017 59,020 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2016 57,468 miles

Wiper blade smearing

n/s/r brake discs showing signs of over heating

Fail 17 Oct 2016 57,466 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Wiper blade smearing

n/s/r brake discs showing signs of over heating

Pass 12 Oct 2015 55,187 miles

Both front tyres scrubbed out on inner edges

Engine cover + under panels fitted

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

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

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

Pass 15 Oct 2014 52,967 miles

Both front brake discs slightly ridged

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front tyres slightly scrubbing out on inner edge

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 Oct 2013 49,070 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Pass 8 Oct 2012 45,059 miles

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

Pass 24 Oct 2011 40,467 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2010 38,059 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2009 35,965 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2008 31,956 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2007 24,392 miles

nearside tyre close to limit

offside front tyre on 1.6 limit

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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S1 RXC is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 3,724cc 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 S1 RXC, 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

How do I check the history of S1 RXC?

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What year was S1 RXC registered?

S1 RXC is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 30 October 2004.

Is S1 RXC safe to buy?

The MOT history for S1 RXC 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.

Does S1 RXC have outstanding finance?

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