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S8 DTX

2004 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Apr 2027
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

55,280 mi
Last recorded55,280 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2026
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl53,336 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS8 DTX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 14 Apr 2026 55,280 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2025 55,136 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2024 54,994 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 13 Apr 2023 54,836 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 22 Mar 2022 54,685 miles

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement on limit - pin/bush at hub (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Mar 2021 54,486 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2020 54,207 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing showing signs of perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 20 Mar 2019 53,682 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

chip to windscreen

Pass 14 Mar 2018 52,806 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2017 51,564 miles

Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint nearside & offside when jacked on lower arm's (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 29 Mar 2016 50,115 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2015 46,769 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2014 40,765 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2013 37,485 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2012 35,344 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2011 30,881 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2010 27,632 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2009 22,178 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2008 19,515 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2007 16,513 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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S8 DTX is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 S8 DTX, 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 S8 DTX registered?

S8 DTX is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 April 2004.

Is S8 DTX safe to buy?

The MOT history for S8 DTX shows 20 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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