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GX04 XXK

2004 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 3724cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Dec 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

71,888 mi
Last recorded71,888 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2025
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl53,336 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX04 XXK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,724cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2025 71,888 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2024 68,297 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2023 63,864 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Nov 2022 59,413 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2021 55,161 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2020 50,886 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2019 49,221 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2018 46,662 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2017 43,885 miles

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

Pass 11 Jan 2016 43,019 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2015 41,555 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2014 39,447 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2014 39,447 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Pass 11 Jan 2013 37,236 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2012 32,600 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)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 14 May 2010 21,979 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2009 16,699 miles

full underbody shields fitted

Pass 18 Feb 2008 13,857 miles

unable to carry out full inspection due to undertrays fitted

Pass 19 Feb 2007 11,700 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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GX04 XXK is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 3,724cc 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 GX04 XXK, 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 GX04 XXK registered?

GX04 XXK is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 March 2004.

Is GX04 XXK safe to buy?

The MOT history for GX04 XXK 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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