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X123 REC

2004 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 3724cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Feb 2027
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

116,269 mi
Last recorded116,269 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2026
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl53,336 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX123 REC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,724cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 12 Feb 2026 116,269 miles

Central Front Undertray not fully secure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

undertrays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 3 Dec 2024 116,048 miles

Central Undertray not fully secure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Dec 2023 114,499 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2022 112,954 miles

Nearside Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Nov 2021 111,448 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (hub) (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 31 Oct 2020 109,588 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2019 104,894 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2018 104,715 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2017 99,417 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2016 94,470 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2015 93,269 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2014 87,840 miles

Offside Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

both mirror indicator lenses have slight condensation in

Pass 27 Sep 2013 77,521 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2012 68,429 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2011 62,917 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2010 53,949 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2009 47,703 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2008 39,566 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2008 39,566 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2007 31,828 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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X123 REC is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 3,724cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 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 X123 REC, 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 X123 REC registered?

X123 REC is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 26 October 2004.

Is X123 REC safe to buy?

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