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GIL 2247

2004 Mercedes-benz Sl

Red Petrol 3724cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Mar 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

70,347 mi
Last recorded70,347 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2026
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl53,336 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGIL 2247
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,724cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2026 70,347 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play n/s and o/s (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Mar 2025 69,926 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play n/s and o/s (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively n/s and o/s (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 29 Jan 2024 69,610 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2023 69,077 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2021 68,533 miles

offside headlamp- projected beam image is slightly deteriorated

Pass 30 Nov 2020 67,558 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play n/s and o/s (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Nov 2019 67,157 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2018 66,446 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2017 65,304 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2016 64,283 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2015 63,317 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2014 61,653 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)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 8 Nov 2013 59,624 miles

Front end bumper bearer insecure

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 7 Nov 2012 57,124 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 Nov 2011 55,030 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2010 53,008 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2009 49,127 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2008 42,223 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2008 42,223 miles

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Fail 4 Jan 2008 41,405 miles

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

nail o/s front tyre

Pass 4 Jan 2008 41,405 miles

nail o/s front tyre

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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GIL 2247 is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl in Red with a 3,724cc 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 GIL 2247, 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 GIL 2247?

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What year was GIL 2247 registered?

GIL 2247 is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 14 October 2004.

Is GIL 2247 safe to buy?

The MOT history for GIL 2247 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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