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SL04 LEO

2004 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 3724cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jun 2027
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

142,927 mi
Last recorded142,927 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2026
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl53,336 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL04 LEO
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,724cc

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MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2026 142,927 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2026 142,927 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps got working during test (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 15 Aug 2025 135,954 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2025 135,911 miles

Electronic braking system warning device indicates a fault (1.7 (b))

Rear Brake disc contaminated Heavy scores and corrosion. (1.1.14 (b))

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn smooth. (255/35R18) (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn smooth. (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn smooth. (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords 285/35R18 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn smooth. (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Aug 2024 126,545 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre 255/40R18

Pass 18 Aug 2023 117,578 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2022 108,517 miles

Brake warning device malfunctioning or defective (1.1.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Fail 10 Aug 2022 108,514 miles

Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rubber totally detached. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rubber totally detached. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Brake warning device malfunctioning or defective (1.1.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 25 Aug 2021 101,910 miles

Brake warning device malfunctioning or defective (1.1.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 29 Sep 2020 94,026 miles

Brake warning device malfunctioning or defective (1.1.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 25 Sep 2019 87,812 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 24 Sep 2019 87,812 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Road wheel more than one fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Sep 2018 80,810 miles

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

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside door mirror deteriorated

Pass 18 Sep 2017 73,621 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 20 Sep 2016 66,995 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2015 66,386 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2014 63,456 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2014 63,432 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Pass 20 Nov 2013 61,200 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2012 58,085 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2011 54,861 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2010 51,038 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2009 45,589 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2008 39,125 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 26 Nov 2007 31,282 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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SL04 LEO is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 3,724cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 SL04 LEO, 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 SL04 LEO registered?

SL04 LEO is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 25 November 2004.

Is SL04 LEO safe to buy?

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