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G16 JCC

2004 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 May 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

69,294 mi
Last recorded69,294 miles
Recorded on13 May 2026
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl53,336 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG16 JCC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 May 2026 69,294 miles
Pass 21 May 2025 68,266 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2022 68,115 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2021 67,326 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2020 66,757 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2019 66,702 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2018 65,576 miles
Pass 10 May 2017 63,755 miles

engine covers fitted

under trays fitted

Pass 11 May 2016 63,399 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 21 Apr 2015 63,216 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2014 62,788 miles
Fail 30 May 2013 62,551 miles

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

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

Pass 30 May 2013 62,551 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2012 60,901 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 Mar 2011 58,330 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2010 57,200 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2009 53,096 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2009 53,096 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 17 Nov 2008 47,208 miles

correct no. plates fitted at time of test

Pass 14 Dec 2007 41,471 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2007 36,325 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2007 36,295 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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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G16 JCC is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 G16 JCC, 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.

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What year was G16 JCC registered?

G16 JCC is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 23 April 2004.

Is G16 JCC safe to buy?

The MOT history for G16 JCC shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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