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GV04 TZA

2004 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 3724cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Mar 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

78,408 mi
Last recorded78,408 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2026
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl53,336 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV04 TZA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,724cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2026 78,408 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2025 73,458 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2024 66,279 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2023 62,448 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2022 56,952 miles
Pass 12 May 2021 51,451 miles
Pass 19 May 2020 45,808 miles
Pass 17 May 2019 40,368 miles
Pass 16 May 2018 35,720 miles
Pass 22 May 2017 31,026 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2016 28,982 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2015 27,435 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2014 24,489 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2013 21,972 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Fail 8 Apr 2013 21,972 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 19 Apr 2012 19,172 miles

both front tyres worn

Pass 13 Apr 2011 16,725 miles

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

Pass 27 Apr 2010 14,199 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2009 12,043 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2008 9,410 miles
Pass 3 May 2007 6,949 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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GV04 TZA is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 3,724cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 GV04 TZA, 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 GV04 TZA registered?

GV04 TZA is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 6 May 2004.

Is GV04 TZA safe to buy?

The MOT history for GV04 TZA shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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