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G9 GSB

2004 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Aug 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

52,825 mi
Last recorded52,825 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2026
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl53,336 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG9 GSB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2026 52,825 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2025 50,302 miles

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

Pass 12 Aug 2024 47,142 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2023 45,584 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

Fail 4 Feb 2023 45,584 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Sep 2021 43,715 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2020 41,280 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

slight sidewall damage to n/s/r tyre

Pass 2 Aug 2019 40,228 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2018 38,088 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2017 36,711 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2016 35,364 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2015 33,218 miles

Undertrays and engine cover fitted to vehicle obscuring some items

Pass 5 Nov 2014 31,755 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2013 30,360 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2012 27,781 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

N/S/R Parking brake reading is lower then other side

TPMS light is showing a fault in the system

Pass 3 May 2011 21,360 miles

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

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

your tax expiryed on 31/04/2011 and mot its advised not tolet your mot to expiryer as your insurance can be void

Fail 3 May 2011 21,358 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Nearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

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

Pass 4 May 2010 18,443 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2009 15,103 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2008 11,832 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2007 9,319 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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G9 GSB is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 G9 GSB, 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 G9 GSB registered?

G9 GSB is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 31 March 2004.

Is G9 GSB safe to buy?

The MOT history for G9 GSB shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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