2004 Mercedes-Benz SL 3.7L Petrol · LE05 CBU
2004 Mercedes-Benz SL (3.7L, petrol). First registered 01 Aug 2005. Recorded mileage 54,019 miles. MOT valid until 21 May 2027. Currently declared SORN.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ SL
- Year / Origin
- 2004 · Stanmore (North London)
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 21 May 2027
- Road Tax
- SORN
- Recorded Mileage
- 54,019 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 3.7L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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LE05 CBU Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 23/05/2026
- 54,019 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (2 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
LE05 CBU MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2004 Mercedes-Benz Sl (LE05 CBU) between September 2023 and May 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 23 May 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (2 issues), Brakes (2 issues), Tyres (2 issues), Lighting (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 6 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))”.
LE05 CBU Mileage History
- 29/09/202349,101 mi
- 11/10/202349,111 mi+10 mi
- 27/01/202550,644 mi+1,533 mi
- 27/01/202550,644 mi
- 23/05/202654,019 mi+3,375 mi
Average of roughly 1,858 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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