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GSK 242

2004 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 May 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

79,290 mi
Last recorded79,290 miles
Recorded on26 May 2026
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl53,336 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGSK 242
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 May 2026 79,290 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2025 79,078 miles
Pass 24 May 2023 79,046 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2022 79,025 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2021 78,988 miles
Pass 30 May 2019 78,868 miles
Pass 11 May 2018 78,554 miles
Pass 18 May 2017 78,325 miles
Pass 20 May 2016 77,860 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2015 77,386 miles
Pass 30 May 2014 77,073 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2013 76,242 miles

both front brake pipes greased

Fail 5 Jun 2013 76,241 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 8 Nov 2011 76,062 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2011 76,062 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)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 3 Aug 2010 60,195 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2008 21,291 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)

Pass 14 Dec 2007 10,969 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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GSK 242 is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 GSK 242, 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 GSK 242 registered?

GSK 242 is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 20 September 2004.

Is GSK 242 safe to buy?

The MOT history for GSK 242 shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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