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G3 RLC

2004 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Apr 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

44,168 mi
Last recorded44,168 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2026
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl53,336 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG3 RLC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2026 44,168 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2025 44,134 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2024 43,931 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened brake disc surface corrosion. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened brake disc surface corrosion. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Apr 2023 43,809 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2022 43,686 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2021 43,625 miles

Offside Front tyre over 10 years old

Pass 10 Jan 2020 43,471 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2020 43,471 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 18 Jan 2019 43,362 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2018 43,065 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2017 42,163 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2016 41,574 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2015 41,324 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2014 40,674 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2013 39,978 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2012 38,625 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2011 36,956 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2010 34,849 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Fail 19 Jan 2010 34,688 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 7 Jan 2009 33,842 miles

both front tyres cracking on treads

Pass 9 Jan 2008 28,841 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2006 22,234 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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G3 RLC is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 G3 RLC, 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

How do I check the history of G3 RLC?

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What year was G3 RLC registered?

G3 RLC is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 12 January 2004.

Is G3 RLC safe to buy?

The MOT history for G3 RLC shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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