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G1 GDE

2004 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jan 2027
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

34,398 mi
Last recorded34,398 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2026
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl53,336 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG1 GDE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 9 Jan 2026 34,398 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2024 31,645 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2023 29,113 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides are perishing & are over 10 Years old (2013) 255/45R17 98Y (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged is out of shape on the inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides are perishing & are over 10 Years old (2013) 255/45R17 98Y (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides are worn on the inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Nov 2022 26,024 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2021 20,071 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Aug 2020 19,743 miles

Engine covers, under trays & sill covers are fitted thus not allowing full inspection

Pass 25 Apr 2019 19,683 miles

Engine covers, under trays & sill covers are fitted thus not allowing full inspection

Pass 12 Apr 2018 19,391 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2017 18,956 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2016 18,704 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2015 18,133 miles

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 23 Apr 2014 17,236 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2013 16,165 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2012 15,682 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2011 13,994 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2010 11,912 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2009 10,365 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2008 8,809 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2007 7,905 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
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G1 GDE is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 G1 GDE, 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 G1 GDE registered?

G1 GDE is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 27 April 2004.

Is G1 GDE safe to buy?

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