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GY54 BZC

2004 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 3724cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Dec 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

105,797 mi
Last recorded105,797 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2025
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl53,336 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY54 BZC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,724cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2025 105,797 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2025 100,851 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2024 96,504 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2024 96,504 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 24 Dec 2022 96,313 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2021 87,189 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2020 83,493 miles

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

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

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

Pass 14 Nov 2019 78,880 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2018 73,258 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2017 67,146 miles

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

Offside Front Jacking plug missing

Pass 18 Nov 2016 61,651 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2015 56,472 miles

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

Pass 7 Nov 2014 49,367 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2013 46,660 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2012 41,471 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 1 Nov 2011 39,403 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2010 37,767 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 20 Nov 2009 36,058 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2008 33,008 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2007 27,560 miles

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

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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GY54 BZC is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 3,724cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 GY54 BZC, 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 GY54 BZC registered?

GY54 BZC is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 24 November 2004.

Is GY54 BZC safe to buy?

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