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X999 GGG

2004 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Dec 2023
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

140,615 mi
Last recorded140,615 miles
Recorded on7 Dec 2022
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl53,336 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX999 GGG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Dec 2022 140,615 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 29 Sep 2021 133,777 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Sep 2020 131,164 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Fail 21 Sep 2020 131,164 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 17 Sep 2019 129,008 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2018 126,852 miles

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

Nearside Front tyre perished on sidewall

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

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

Pass 25 Sep 2017 125,039 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2016 122,992 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2015 120,517 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2014 118,172 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 Sep 2013 115,795 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2012 113,865 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2011 111,955 miles

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

Pass 10 Sep 2010 108,846 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2009 14,935 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2008 75,808 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2007 57,374 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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X999 GGG is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 X999 GGG, 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 X999 GGG registered?

X999 GGG is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 27 July 2004.

Is X999 GGG safe to buy?

The MOT history for X999 GGG shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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