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X6 AEF

2004 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 3724cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Feb 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

107,683 mi
Last recorded107,683 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2026
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl53,336 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX6 AEF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,724cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2026 107,683 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2025 98,318 miles

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

Pass 7 Feb 2024 90,353 miles

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Feb 2023 82,146 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2023 82,146 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Pass 7 Feb 2022 75,910 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Feb 2021 70,352 miles

Nearside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Feb 2020 65,924 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2019 59,516 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Feb 2018 54,724 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2018 54,724 miles

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

Pass 1 Mar 2017 49,295 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2016 44,940 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2015 40,003 miles

Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

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

Pass 23 Jan 2014 38,172 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 31 Jan 2013 34,956 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2012 31,497 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2011 68,837 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2010 21,696 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2009 18,182 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2008 14,182 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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X6 AEF is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 3,724cc 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 X6 AEF, 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

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What year was X6 AEF registered?

X6 AEF is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 31 December 2004.

Is X6 AEF safe to buy?

The MOT history for X6 AEF 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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