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SL04 LET

2004 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 3724cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Apr 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

13,485 mi
Last recorded13,485 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2026
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl53,336 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL04 LET
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,724cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2026 13,485 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2025 12,636 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2024 11,357 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2023 10,904 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2022 9,839 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2021 9,717 miles
Pass 6 May 2020 9,615 miles
Pass 8 May 2018 9,509 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2016 8,271 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2016 8,271 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 27 Aug 2015 8,008 miles
Pass 2 May 2014 7,590 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2013 7,507 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2012 7,091 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2011 6,881 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2010 6,677 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2009 6,525 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2008 6,320 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 LET is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 3,724cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 SL04 LET, 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

How do I check the history of SL04 LET?

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What year was SL04 LET registered?

SL04 LET is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 March 2004.

Is SL04 LET safe to buy?

The MOT history for SL04 LET shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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