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S83 VAN

2004 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 3724cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jun 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

70,459 mi
Last recorded70,459 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2026
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl53,336 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS83 VAN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,724cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2026 70,459 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 3 Jun 2026 70,459 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure TREAD DISTORTED/SPLIT (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure TREAD DISTORTED/SPLIT (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

REAR TYRES DISPLAYING AGE RELATED CRACKING / POOR CONDITION

Pass 10 Jun 2025 69,791 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 10 Jun 2025 69,791 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 27 Feb 2024 68,468 miles
Pass 12 May 2023 68,285 miles
Pass 9 May 2022 67,901 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2021 67,584 miles
Pass 6 May 2020 67,184 miles
Pass 4 May 2019 66,452 miles
Pass 19 May 2018 66,250 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2017 65,833 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 64,899 miles
Pass 21 May 2015 63,855 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2014 62,842 miles

Offside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 22 Jun 2013 57,218 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2012 50,058 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2011 43,543 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2010 35,509 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2009 25,978 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2008 17,039 miles

all tyres wearing on inner shoulders

Pass 8 Nov 2007 12,431 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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S83 VAN 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 S83 VAN, 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 S83 VAN registered?

S83 VAN is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 4 November 2004.

Is S83 VAN safe to buy?

The MOT history for S83 VAN 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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