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SV04 KGC

2004 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 3742cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Apr 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

62,577 mi
Last recorded62,577 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2026
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl53,336 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSV04 KGC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,742cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2026 62,577 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Mar 2025 59,691 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2024 57,083 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Mar 2023 54,055 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2022 51,892 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 25 Mar 2021 50,736 miles

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

under trays fitted

Pass 24 Mar 2020 49,265 miles

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

undertray fitted not allowing inspection above

Pass 28 Dec 2018 47,918 miles

UNDERTRAYS FITTED

Pass 30 Jan 2018 46,444 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit both wearing on inner edges (4.1.E.1)

Pass 30 Jan 2017 42,995 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 29 Jan 2016 39,344 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 28 Jan 2016 39,343 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 19 Jan 2015 36,424 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2014 35,683 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2013 34,809 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2012 32,033 miles

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

Pass 12 Oct 2010 28,357 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 5 Oct 2009 24,096 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 13 Oct 2008 16,034 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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SV04 KGC is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 3,742cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 SV04 KGC, 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 SV04 KGC?

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What year was SV04 KGC registered?

SV04 KGC is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 13 April 2004.

Is SV04 KGC safe to buy?

The MOT history for SV04 KGC shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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