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WO04 VSP

2004 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 3724cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

106,720 mi
Last recorded106,720 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2025
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl53,336 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWO04 VSP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,724cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2025 106,720 miles
Pass 16 May 2024 104,058 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Oct 2022 101,064 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2021 99,178 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2020 93,919 miles

covers and shields fitted

Pass 30 Aug 2018 89,454 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2018 89,410 miles
Pass 16 May 2017 82,741 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

sill covers fitted

under trays fitted

Pass 3 May 2016 81,387 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2015 79,577 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2014 76,382 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2013 75,413 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2012 74,605 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2011 72,949 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2010 67,743 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2010 67,743 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 23 Aug 2008 56,526 miles

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

Pass 18 Jul 2007 44,353 miles

both sides rear brake pads worn low

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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WO04 VSP is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 3,724cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 WO04 VSP, 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.

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What year was WO04 VSP registered?

WO04 VSP is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 July 2004.

Is WO04 VSP safe to buy?

The MOT history for WO04 VSP shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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