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S32 CTA

2004 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 3724cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jun 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

51,264 mi
Last recorded51,264 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2026
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl53,336 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS32 CTA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,724cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2026 51,264 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 12 Jun 2025 50,589 miles

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

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

Fail 2 Jun 2025 50,511 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Jun 2024 50,201 miles

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Jun 2023 49,976 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Jun 2022 49,663 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge and over 10 years old (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge and over 10 years old (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Jun 2021 49,318 miles
Pass 1 May 2019 48,866 miles
Pass 4 May 2018 47,867 miles

front tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 27 Apr 2017 46,864 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 45,951 miles
Pass 5 May 2015 44,983 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2014 43,844 miles
Pass 9 May 2013 41,181 miles
Pass 2 May 2012 38,653 miles
Pass 24 May 2011 36,930 miles
Fail 23 May 2011 36,930 miles

Centre Stop lamp insecure (1.2.1a)

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Rear registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Pass 24 Nov 2010 36,602 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2009 36,004 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2008 35,182 miles
Fail 23 Dec 2008 35,177 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 10 Jul 2008 31,186 miles

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

Nail in nearside front tyre

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 2 Aug 2007 22,192 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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S32 CTA is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 3,724cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 S32 CTA, 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 S32 CTA registered?

S32 CTA is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 22 July 2004.

Is S32 CTA safe to buy?

The MOT history for S32 CTA shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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