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GEG 16

2004 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Dec 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

23,547 mi
Last recorded23,547 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2025
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl53,336 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGEG 16
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2025 23,547 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2024 22,897 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2023 22,094 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2022 21,856 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2021 21,604 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2020 21,319 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened FRONT AND REAR (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ALL FOUR (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Oct 2019 20,338 miles

ABC Suspention dust covers severely deteriorated on all four shocks

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Front and Rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Oct 2018 20,173 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2017 19,518 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2016 19,321 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2015 18,930 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2014 18,599 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2013 17,273 miles

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

Pass 19 Jul 2012 16,061 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2012 16,061 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 29 Jun 2011 15,633 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2010 14,987 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2009 14,363 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2008 13,634 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2007 12,858 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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GEG 16 is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 GEG 16, 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 GEG 16 registered?

GEG 16 is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 31 December 2004.

Is GEG 16 safe to buy?

The MOT history for GEG 16 shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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