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WR04 HYZ

2004 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 3724cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2025
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

46,056 mi
Last recorded46,056 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2024
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl53,336 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWR04 HYZ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,724cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2024 46,056 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2024 46,056 miles

Offside Front Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Pass 10 Jul 2023 45,661 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 7 Jul 2022 45,317 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2021 44,934 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive leaking from transmission sump area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 20 Jul 2021 44,934 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive leaking from transmission sump area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Aug 2020 44,251 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2019 43,752 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2018 43,387 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2017 42,754 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2016 42,215 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2016 42,215 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 10 Jul 2015 41,616 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2014 40,640 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 Jul 2013 39,911 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2013 39,863 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 6 Jul 2012 38,907 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2011 38,004 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2010 36,967 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)

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 20 Jul 2009 35,657 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2008 33,857 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2007 32,335 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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WR04 HYZ is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 3,724cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 WR04 HYZ, 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 WR04 HYZ?

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What year was WR04 HYZ registered?

WR04 HYZ is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 17 May 2004.

Is WR04 HYZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for WR04 HYZ shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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