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YY04 WDG

2004 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2021
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

99,087 mi
Last recorded99,087 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2020
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl53,336 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYY04 WDG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2020 99,087 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2019 98,721 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2018 96,748 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2017 95,710 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2016 94,221 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2015 91,553 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 22 Jun 2015 91,553 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2014 90,604 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 28 Jun 2014 90,604 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 1 Jul 2013 89,261 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 1 Jul 2013 89,261 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 13 Jun 2012 87,930 miles

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

Fail 13 Jun 2012 87,930 miles

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

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 9 Jun 2011 85,850 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2010 69,987 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2009 56,837 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2008 41,819 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2007 29,307 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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YY04 WDG is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 YY04 WDG, 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 YY04 WDG registered?

YY04 WDG is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 14 June 2004.

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