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V12 RTR

2004 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 5980cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jul 2027
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

33,356 mi
Last recorded33,356 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2026
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl53,336 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV12 RTR
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,980cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 18 Jul 2026 33,356 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2025 31,406 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2024 30,062 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2023 29,530 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2022 27,895 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2021 26,983 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2020 26,300 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2019 25,030 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2018 24,199 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2017 23,290 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2016 22,720 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2015 21,927 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2014 21,057 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2013 19,221 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2012 17,745 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2011 17,312 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2010 16,734 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2009 16,088 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2008 15,433 miles

n/s/r & o/s/r tyres have inner edges slightly worn.

Pass 17 Jul 2007 13,697 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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V12 RTR is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 5,980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 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 V12 RTR, 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 V12 RTR registered?

V12 RTR is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 11 August 2004.

Is V12 RTR safe to buy?

The MOT history for V12 RTR shows 20 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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