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YK54 WDE

2004 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Aug 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

45,976 mi
Last recorded45,976 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2026
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl53,336 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK54 WDE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2026 45,976 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2025 44,801 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2023 44,101 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2022 44,093 miles

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

Pass 16 Nov 2021 44,068 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Inner faces of BOTH front discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

Pass 3 Nov 2020 44,011 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2019 43,909 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2018 43,520 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2017 43,372 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2016 42,958 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2015 42,422 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2014 41,667 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2013 40,572 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2013 39,111 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2013 39,111 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 23 Nov 2011 38,494 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2011 38,494 miles

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Pass 19 Nov 2010 38,157 miles

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

Pass 16 Nov 2009 35,882 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2008 28,578 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2007 19,934 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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YK54 WDE is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver 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 YK54 WDE, 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 YK54 WDE registered?

YK54 WDE is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 10 September 2004.

Is YK54 WDE safe to buy?

The MOT history for YK54 WDE 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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