CarVerify

Free Car Check

4 GJ

1996 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 4973cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2023
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

43,873 mi
Last recorded43,873 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2022
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl82,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Mercedes-benz
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

Registration4 GJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1996
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

13 pass
Pass 23 Jun 2022 43,873 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2021 43,288 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2019 43,145 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2018 42,010 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2017 41,646 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2016 40,137 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2015 40,010 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2014 38,761 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2013 38,361 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2012 37,004 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2008 36,447 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2007 35,664 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2006 34,044 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
Full Mercedes-benz Sl reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

4 GJ is a 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.3% with a typical mileage of 82,468 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 4 GJ, 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 30 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 4 GJ?

You can check the full history of 4 GJ by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was 4 GJ registered?

4 GJ is a 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 29 August 1996.

Is 4 GJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for 4 GJ shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does 4 GJ have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on 4 GJ. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.