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G6 WHU

2004 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jun 2027
Tests26 (20 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

141,873 mi
Last recorded141,873 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2026
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl53,336 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG6 WHU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

20 pass 6 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2026 141,873 miles

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 16 Jun 2026 141,722 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Sep 2025 141,358 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Small cuts (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Small cuts (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Oct 2024 141,246 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Jun 2023 140,735 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 29 Jun 2022 140,501 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Jun 2021 140,163 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2020 138,956 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2019 136,694 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2019 136,666 miles

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front sidewalls damaged

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Jul 2018 131,124 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2017 127,405 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2017 127,405 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 15 Mar 2016 120,846 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 25 Mar 2015 116,995 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2014 115,316 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 22 Feb 2013 113,581 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2012 110,248 miles

oil leak

r tyres wearing on inner edges

Pass 5 Mar 2011 106,263 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2010 97,925 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2010 97,925 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 6 Feb 2009 94,574 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2008 91,294 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 13 Nov 2008 91,254 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 27 Dec 2007 74,242 miles
Fail 27 Dec 2007 74,242 miles

Front registration plate letter/figure incomplete (6.3.1c)

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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G6 WHU is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 G6 WHU, 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 G6 WHU registered?

G6 WHU is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 29 December 2004.

Is G6 WHU safe to buy?

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