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GK04 LBY

2004 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 3724cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 May 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

68,855 mi
Last recorded68,855 miles
Recorded on8 May 2026
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl53,336 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK04 LBY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,724cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 May 2026 68,855 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Rear brake pad sensor wire not in pad

Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords both tyres small cuts in tread (5.2.3 (d) (i))

battery light on dash

service over due

Fail 8 May 2026 68,855 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle fouling brake hose done temp repair (5.2.3 (f))

Offside Rear brake pad sensor wire not in pad

Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords both tyres small cuts in tread (5.2.3 (d) (i))

battery light on dash

service over due

Pass 1 May 2025 67,309 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 28 Apr 2025 67,295 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Apr 2024 65,781 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 255/40R18 (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords 285/35R18 Multiple Cuts (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 255/40R18 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords 285/35R18 Multiple Cuts (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chip in windscreen (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Sep 2022 63,524 miles

service 730 days overdue

Pass 9 Sep 2021 62,542 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2020 61,744 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2019 59,924 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2019 59,924 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 11 Sep 2018 57,245 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2017 54,287 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2016 50,644 miles

285/35ZR18

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

engine light on

service B over due

Pass 27 Aug 2015 48,141 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2014 45,730 miles

Centre Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

front tyres wearing more on inner edges of tread

Pass 23 Jul 2013 42,836 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 18 Jul 2012 39,903 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2011 35,335 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2010 31,507 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2009 26,130 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 17 Jun 2008 20,514 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2007 14,081 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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GK04 LBY is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 3,724cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 GK04 LBY, 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 GK04 LBY registered?

GK04 LBY is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 28 May 2004.

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The MOT history for GK04 LBY shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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