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GN54 YJH

2004 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Nov 2021
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

139,383 mi
Last recorded139,383 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2020
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl53,336 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN54 YJH
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2020 139,383 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Sill covers

Under body covers fitted

Pass 23 Apr 2019 132,548 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 23 Apr 2018 128,882 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2017 125,043 miles

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

under-trays fitted obscuring some under-side components

Pass 2 Mar 2016 118,164 miles

Headlight beam deflectors fitted.

Pass 5 Mar 2015 108,943 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2014 100,763 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2014 100,531 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 1 Mar 2013 94,611 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Mar 2012 90,387 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2011 25,695 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2010 13,591 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2008 67,211 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2007 56,027 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2007 56,027 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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GN54 YJH is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 GN54 YJH, 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 GN54 YJH registered?

GN54 YJH is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 September 2004.

Is GN54 YJH safe to buy?

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