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V8 YJJ

2004 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 3724cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Feb 2027
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

66,234 mi
Last recorded66,234 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2026
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl53,336 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 17 Feb 2026 66,234 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2025 66,179 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2024 65,421 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2022 64,790 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2019 63,803 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2019 62,872 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2018 59,473 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2017 55,838 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2016 52,354 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2015 49,178 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2014 45,356 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2013 40,607 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2012 36,688 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2011 32,536 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2010 27,357 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2009 22,258 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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)

Pass 19 Apr 2008 19,565 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2007 14,494 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 YJJ is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 3,724cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 YJJ, 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 V8 YJJ registered?

V8 YJJ is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 20 April 2004.

Is V8 YJJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for V8 YJJ shows 18 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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