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Y8 ROC

2004 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jan 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

119,649 mi
Last recorded119,649 miles
Recorded on22 Jan 2026
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl53,336 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY8 ROC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Jan 2026 119,649 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2025 116,007 miles

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

Pass 10 Jan 2024 112,011 miles

Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 11 Jan 2023 107,655 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2022 102,746 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2021 101,643 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2019 99,946 miles

engine covers and undertray fitted

Fail 18 Nov 2019 99,946 miles

Central Rear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

engine covers and undertray fitted

Pass 20 Nov 2018 94,560 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2017 83,560 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2016 73,548 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2015 61,512 miles

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

Oil leak

nearside repeater in mirror damaged

Pass 26 Jul 2014 52,109 miles

Offside front tyre wearing on inner edges

nearside front mirror outer indicater lens broken

Fail 25 Jul 2014 52,109 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

BOTH FRONT TYRES WEARING ON OUTER EDGE

nearside front mirror outer indicater lens broken

Pass 1 May 2013 38,433 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2012 36,905 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2011 31,260 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2010 25,401 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2009 21,911 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2007 12,303 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2007 8,944 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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Y8 ROC is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 4,966cc 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 Y8 ROC, 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 Y8 ROC?

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What year was Y8 ROC registered?

Y8 ROC is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 23 January 2004.

Is Y8 ROC safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y8 ROC 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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