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WU04 KTN

2004 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Sep 2023
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

124,953 mi
Last recorded124,953 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2022
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl53,336 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU04 KTN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2022 124,953 miles

Trays and covers fitted preventing a full inspection of some components

Fail 25 Aug 2022 124,666 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed Sidewall torn (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 Sep 2021 123,751 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2020 120,800 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2019 118,813 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Mar 2018 116,107 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2017 112,817 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2016 109,094 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2015 103,193 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2013 98,205 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2012 93,903 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2011 88,279 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 19 Aug 2010 83,727 miles

Windscreen damaged ( over 10mm ) adjacent to 'A' zone.

Fail 19 Aug 2010 83,727 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Windscreen damaged ( over 10mm ) adjacent to 'A' zone.

Pass 1 Sep 2009 78,144 miles

CRACK IN WINDSCREEN JUST OUTSIDE ZONE A LESS THAN 40MM

FRONT BRAKE PADS LOW

Fail 1 Sep 2009 78,144 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

CRACK IN WINDSCREEN JUST OUTSIDE ZONE A LESS THAN 40MM

FRONT BRAKE PADS LOW

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 27 Aug 2008 66,049 miles

Front brake discs are worn. Front brake pads worn low. Offside mirror indicator lens damaged.

Fail 3 Sep 2007 52,678 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 3 Sep 2007 52,678 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2007 52,332 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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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WU04 KTN is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 WU04 KTN, 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 WU04 KTN?

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What year was WU04 KTN registered?

WU04 KTN is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 17 June 2004.

Is WU04 KTN safe to buy?

The MOT history for WU04 KTN shows 20 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does WU04 KTN have outstanding finance?

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