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V8 JYJ

2004 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 3724cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jul 2026
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

19,425 mi
Last recorded19,425 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2025
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl53,336 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV8 JYJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,724cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 17 Jul 2025 19,425 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2024 17,359 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2023 15,737 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2022 14,477 miles
Pass 31 May 2021 12,702 miles
Pass 26 May 2020 10,075 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2018 7,451 miles
Pass 15 May 2018 7,353 miles
Pass 12 May 2017 7,332 miles
Pass 16 May 2016 7,303 miles
Pass 1 May 2015 7,251 miles
Pass 6 May 2014 7,159 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2013 7,100 miles
Pass 2 May 2012 7,055 miles
Pass 4 May 2011 6,941 miles
Pass 14 May 2010 6,895 miles
Pass 14 May 2009 6,846 miles
Pass 14 May 2008 6,802 miles
Pass 16 May 2007 6,639 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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V8 JYJ is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 3,724cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 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 V8 JYJ, 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 V8 JYJ?

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What year was V8 JYJ registered?

V8 JYJ is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 7 May 2004.

Is V8 JYJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for V8 JYJ shows 19 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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