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GWL 40

2004 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 3724cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 May 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

88,800 mi
Last recorded88,800 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2026
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl53,336 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGWL 40
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,724cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2026 88,800 miles
Pass 12 May 2025 87,426 miles
Pass 13 May 2024 86,541 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2023 85,158 miles
Pass 10 May 2022 82,653 miles

Offside Front Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 6 May 2022 82,652 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle 33% (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 14 May 2021 82,599 miles
Fail 13 May 2021 82,599 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 26 Apr 2019 81,579 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2018 78,268 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2017 76,212 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2016 74,368 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2015 71,302 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 31 Mar 2014 69,544 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

high level brake light not working.

Pass 28 Mar 2013 65,898 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both rear tyres are worn in the centre of the tread.

Fail 27 Mar 2013 65,890 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both rear tyres are worn in the centre of the tread.

Pass 26 Mar 2012 64,604 miles

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Pass 19 Apr 2011 62,801 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 2 Feb 2010 58,100 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2009 51,904 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2008 44,404 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2007 32,267 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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GWL 40 is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 3,724cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 GWL 40, 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 GWL 40 registered?

GWL 40 is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 12 July 2004.

Is GWL 40 safe to buy?

The MOT history for GWL 40 shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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