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SN04 VNH

2004 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 3724cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Dec 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

173,280 mi
Last recorded173,280 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2018
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl53,336 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSN04 VNH
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,724cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2018 173,280 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2017 171,560 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2017 168,893 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2016 159,721 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Under trays fitted

Pass 11 Mar 2015 145,239 miles

nearside rear tyre tread depth low and close to excessively worn on inner edge

Pass 27 Feb 2014 130,690 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2014 130,690 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Offside Front 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 19 Mar 2013 116,444 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 Mar 2012 102,179 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 8 Mar 2011 87,921 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2010 72,400 miles

nearside and offside rear tyre's are wearing uneven on inside edge.

Pass 10 Mar 2009 57,186 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2008 42,530 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2008 42,530 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 21 Feb 2007 24,661 miles

Offside rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

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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SN04 VNH is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 3,724cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 SN04 VNH, 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.

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What year was SN04 VNH registered?

SN04 VNH is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 6 March 2004.

Is SN04 VNH safe to buy?

The MOT history for SN04 VNH shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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