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GP53 JNX

2004 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Apr 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

73,718 mi
Last recorded73,718 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2026
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl53,336 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGP53 JNX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2026 73,718 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2025 73,507 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2024 73,402 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play Both (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning Centre brake light (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Feb 2023 73,365 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Jan 2022 71,663 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2021 70,967 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2020 70,390 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component ball joint has slight play bottom ball joint marked in white crayon (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension rod ball joint has slight play bottom ball joint marked in white crayon (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Jan 2019 69,615 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play bottom ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 20 Dec 2017 64,969 miles

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

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

Fail 19 Dec 2017 64,968 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Pass 19 Dec 2016 62,136 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)

undertrays fitted

Pass 16 Dec 2015 59,136 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2014 56,169 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2014 50,775 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2012 42,354 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2012 42,103 miles

Offside Front Fluid suspension unit leaking (2.4.D.2)

Pass 12 Dec 2011 32,886 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 29 Dec 2010 25,464 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2009 19,492 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2008 16,200 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2008 14,755 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2006 12,117 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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GP53 JNX is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 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 GP53 JNX, 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 GP53 JNX registered?

GP53 JNX is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 6 January 2004.

Is GP53 JNX safe to buy?

The MOT history for GP53 JNX shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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