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VU04 LWF

2004 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 5439cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Aug 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

56,756 mi
Last recorded56,756 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2026
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl53,336 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU04 LWF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,439cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2026 56,756 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2025 55,964 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2025 55,954 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Aug 2024 55,258 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2023 54,777 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2022 54,259 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush lower shock ball joint (5.3.2 (c))

engine oil leak

Pass 26 Jun 2021 53,430 miles

Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge worn (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Jul 2020 52,569 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2019 51,705 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2018 50,052 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2018 50,052 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 22 Mar 2017 48,484 miles
Pass 17 May 2016 47,190 miles

Both front discs inner face pitted

N/S/F fluid suspension unit leaking

nail in osr tyre

Pass 24 Feb 2015 43,335 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2013 37,666 miles

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

Pass 24 Sep 2012 34,340 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 Jun 2011 31,616 miles

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

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

Pass 25 May 2010 28,701 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2009 21,475 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 6 Jun 2008 18,928 miles
Pass 10 May 2007 17,507 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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VU04 LWF is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 5,439cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 VU04 LWF, 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 VU04 LWF?

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What year was VU04 LWF registered?

VU04 LWF is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 8 June 2004.

Is VU04 LWF safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU04 LWF shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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