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UCS 479

2004 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 5513cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Aug 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

30,299 mi
Last recorded30,299 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2025
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl53,336 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUCS 479
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,513cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2025 30,299 miles
Pass 29 May 2024 30,135 miles
Pass 4 May 2023 30,014 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2022 29,533 miles
Pass 1 May 2021 29,191 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2020 28,111 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2017 27,396 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2017 25,198 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2016 22,116 miles

eml is on

Pass 27 Mar 2015 20,593 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2013 19,854 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2012 19,836 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2011 18,454 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2010 16,859 miles

internal knock from steering rack

Pass 5 Feb 2009 15,801 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 9 Feb 2008 14,880 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2006 13,641 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2006 13,641 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Nearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Front Wheel nut(s) loose (4.2.A.1e)

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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UCS 479 is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 5,513cc 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 UCS 479, 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 UCS 479?

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What year was UCS 479 registered?

UCS 479 is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 20 January 2004.

Is UCS 479 safe to buy?

The MOT history for UCS 479 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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