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GU04 DVK

2004 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Apr 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

30,163 mi
Last recorded30,163 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2025
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl53,336 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU04 DVK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2025 30,163 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2024 29,694 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2023 28,208 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2023 28,208 miles

Headlamp aim too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Feb 2022 26,396 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2021 23,110 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2020 21,063 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2019 19,104 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2018 17,121 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2017 15,370 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2016 13,934 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2015 12,595 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2014 11,623 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 Feb 2013 10,639 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2012 10,038 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2011 9,092 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2010 7,999 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2009 6,783 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2007 4,633 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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GU04 DVK is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 GU04 DVK, 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 GU04 DVK registered?

GU04 DVK is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 23 March 2004.

Is GU04 DVK safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU04 DVK shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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