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GV04 YGF

2004 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 5439cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Nov 2026
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

79,502 mi
Last recorded79,502 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2025
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl53,336 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV04 YGF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,439cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2025 79,502 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Outer Road wheel slightly distorted Curb damage to NSF alloy outer face (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 11 Nov 2025 79,502 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Caster arm balljoint (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Outer Road wheel slightly distorted Curb damage to NSF alloy outer face (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

Pass 20 Nov 2024 77,575 miles

Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Both (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 12 Nov 2024 77,544 miles

Rear fog lamp switch not operating in accordance with the requirements (4.5.3 (a))

Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Both (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 8 Nov 2023 75,905 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Rear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

Fail 7 Nov 2023 75,905 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Inner sidewall - where indicated (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Rear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

Pass 27 Oct 2022 73,464 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 27 Oct 2021 71,055 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2020 69,188 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both front early signs of perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Minor chips in windscreen

Rear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 8 May 2019 66,291 miles

Nearside parking brake low effort

minor chips in windscreen

Pass 26 Apr 2018 63,618 miles

service brake message on cluster

small chips in windscreen

Fail 26 Apr 2018 63,618 miles

Fuel system component leaking filter (7.2.3)

service brake message on cluster

small chips in windscreen

Pass 17 May 2017 61,662 miles
Pass 18 May 2016 57,728 miles

rear fog light switch sticks in operation

Pass 28 Apr 2015 53,968 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 14 May 2014 52,980 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

high level brake light lens is coming away

Pass 24 May 2013 48,340 miles

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

Pass 16 May 2012 45,763 miles
Pass 18 May 2011 41,652 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2010 35,793 miles
Pass 21 May 2009 30,988 miles
Pass 15 May 2008 24,809 miles
Pass 23 May 2007 18,808 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 YGF is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 5,439cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 YGF, 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 GV04 YGF registered?

GV04 YGF is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 25 May 2004.

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