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G12 JMA

2004 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 5513cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2025
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

112,082 mi
Last recorded112,082 miles
Recorded on27 May 2024
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl53,336 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG12 JMA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,513cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 May 2024 112,082 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2023 108,374 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2022 102,491 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2021 100,049 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2020 98,864 miles

Nearside Front Fluid leak, but not excessive Further investigation recommended (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 9 Apr 2020 98,863 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 255/30/20 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Fluid leak, but not excessive Further investigation recommended (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Oct 2018 97,302 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2018 96,612 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2017 93,730 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2017 93,715 miles

Nearside Front Fluid suspension unit leaking (2.4.D.2)

Pass 8 Feb 2016 90,299 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2015 88,385 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2015 87,924 miles

Offside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 14 Aug 2014 84,292 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 31 Jul 2013 76,571 miles

Offside Front Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 17 Aug 2012 68,865 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2010 52,414 miles

inner faces of front discs scored and pitted

Pass 2 Sep 2009 43,104 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 27 Aug 2008 34,570 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2007 26,218 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2007 21,097 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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G12 JMA is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 5,513cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 G12 JMA, 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 G12 JMA registered?

G12 JMA is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 10 September 2004.

Is G12 JMA safe to buy?

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