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2004 Mercedes-Benz SL 3.7L Petrol · S9 TDW

S9 TDW

2004 Mercedes-Benz SL (3.7L, petrol). First registered 02 Sept 2004. Recorded mileage 90,095 miles. MOT valid until 13 Apr 2027.

Make & Model
MERCEDES-BENZ SL
Year / Origin
2004 · Glasgow
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 13 Apr 2027
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
90,095 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 3.7L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 13 Apr 2027
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
2004
Engine
3724cc
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S9 TDW Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 25/03/2026
  • 90,095 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

S9 TDW MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 15 Apr 2026, 17:56
MOT Analysis

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 (S9 TDW) between April 2023 and March 2026.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 25 March 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

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S9 TDW Mileage History

  1. 05/04/202386,616 mi
  2. 13/04/202488,248 mi+1,632 mi
  3. 13/04/202488,248 mi
  4. 20/03/202589,156 mi+908 mi
  5. 25/03/202690,095 mi+939 mi

Average of roughly 1,171 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
80
/ 100 · Good
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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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! Tax Status Unknown
✓ Good MOT pass rate (80%)
! Older vehicle
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