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V11 NEF

2004 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 5439cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Nov 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

82,871 mi
Last recorded82,871 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2025
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl53,336 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV11 NEF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,439cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2025 82,871 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2024 81,689 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2023 80,011 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2022 78,655 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2021 78,293 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2020 77,703 miles
Pass 10 May 2019 76,924 miles
Pass 8 May 2018 76,179 miles
Pass 9 May 2017 74,772 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 73,189 miles
Pass 6 May 2015 70,203 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 May 2014 64,853 miles
Pass 9 May 2013 61,446 miles
Fail 8 May 2012 56,803 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 8 May 2012 56,803 miles
Pass 11 May 2011 49,107 miles
Fail 9 May 2011 49,080 miles

Nearside Rear Fluid suspension unit leaking (2.4.D.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 8 Apr 2010 40,150 miles

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)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 13 Mar 2009 33,820 miles

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

Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 15 Apr 2008 31,810 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2008 31,797 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

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

Pass 7 Mar 2007 18,334 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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V11 NEF is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 5,439cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 V11 NEF, 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 V11 NEF registered?

V11 NEF is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 31 March 2004.

Is V11 NEF safe to buy?

The MOT history for V11 NEF shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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