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BF04 GYP

2004 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 3724cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Apr 2027
Tests24 (22 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

66,604 mi
Last recorded66,604 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2026
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl53,336 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF04 GYP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,724cc

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MOT History

22 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2026 66,604 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2024 65,179 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 22 Mar 2024 64,768 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 25 Apr 2023 62,565 miles
Pass 7 May 2022 62,157 miles

battery light on

Pass 21 Apr 2021 61,201 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2021 61,185 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Feb 2020 58,384 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2019 55,343 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2018 46,028 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 26 Jan 2017 43,747 miles

Offside Rear brake binding

Pass 2 Mar 2016 38,794 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2015 32,073 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2014 31,989 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 31 Aug 2013 31,749 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2012 30,679 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2011 29,078 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2010 27,786 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2009 25,702 miles

nearside front tyre low tread on inside edge and light cracks in tread

Pass 2 Sep 2008 23,999 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2008 23,989 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Pass 11 Oct 2007 23,856 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2007 21,870 miles
Fail 31 May 2007 21,778 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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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BF04 GYP is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 3,724cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 BF04 GYP, 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 BF04 GYP registered?

BF04 GYP is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 29 March 2004.

Is BF04 GYP safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF04 GYP shows 24 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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