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SL04 TAN

2004 Mercedes-benz Sl

Red Petrol 5439cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Dec 2018
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

83,924 mi
Last recorded83,924 miles
Recorded on14 Dec 2017
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl53,336 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL04 TAN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,439cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 14 Dec 2017 83,924 miles

manufactures under trays and engine covers on vehicle

Pass 30 Nov 2016 80,935 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2015 70,030 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2014 56,697 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2013 52,354 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2012 48,968 miles

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 12 Apr 2012 48,015 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2011 45,001 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Pass 19 Apr 2010 43,396 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2009 41,777 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 23 Apr 2008 39,251 miles

offside rear jacking point rubber missing

slight damage to nearside front inner wheel rim

Pass 25 Apr 2007 33,346 miles

slight damage to o/s/f alloy wheel inner edge

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 TAN is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl in Red with a 5,439cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 SL04 TAN, 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 TAN registered?

SL04 TAN is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 27 March 2004.

Is SL04 TAN safe to buy?

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