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S3 MBB

2004 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jul 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

55,104 mi
Last recorded55,104 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2026
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl53,336 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS3 MBB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2026 55,104 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2025 54,962 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2024 54,876 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2023 54,101 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2022 53,412 miles

noise from rear brakes

Pass 21 Jul 2021 52,439 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2020 51,467 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2019 50,799 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2018 50,255 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2017 49,005 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 14 Jun 2016 44,951 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)

Pass 30 Jun 2015 42,446 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2014 40,891 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2013 37,304 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2012 33,721 miles

slight damage to o/s/f tyre on outer sidewall

Pass 21 Mar 2012 33,184 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2012 33,184 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 12 May 2011 30,309 miles
Pass 20 May 2010 26,187 miles
Fail 20 May 2010 26,187 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 13 May 2009 21,763 miles

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

Pass 28 Apr 2008 16,897 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)

Pass 3 May 2007 12,834 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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S3 MBB is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 S3 MBB, 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 S3 MBB registered?

S3 MBB is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 28 May 2004.

Is S3 MBB safe to buy?

The MOT history for S3 MBB shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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