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GD53 JNN

2004 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 5439cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jan 2021
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

76,953 mi
Last recorded76,953 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2020
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl53,336 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGD53 JNN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,439cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2020 76,953 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2018 76,750 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2018 76,744 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt torque strut (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front suspension stub axle upright bent

Pass 21 Jun 2017 75,215 miles

REAR DISCS AND PADS WORN

Pass 1 Jun 2016 73,672 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2015 71,831 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2014 70,704 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Fail 26 Nov 2014 70,704 miles

Offside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front Torque/reaction arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

tpms warning light on

Pass 7 May 2014 69,625 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2014 69,617 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 25 Apr 2014 69,617 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2013 68,802 miles

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

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

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

Pass 7 Dec 2012 65,404 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2011 60,408 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2011 60,408 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 14 Dec 2010 52,930 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2009 43,847 miles

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

Pass 23 Dec 2008 35,471 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2006 19,491 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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GD53 JNN is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 5,439cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 GD53 JNN, 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 GD53 JNN registered?

GD53 JNN is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 8 January 2004.

Is GD53 JNN safe to buy?

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