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A13 NAK

2005 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 3724cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Apr 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

65,420 mi
Last recorded65,420 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl52,791 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA13 NAK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,724cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2026 65,420 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2025 63,703 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2024 61,733 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2023 59,492 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre close to limit and cracking on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Fail 26 Apr 2023 59,491 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Rear fog lamp switch inoperative switch faulty (4.5.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre close to limit and cracking on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 25 Apr 2022 56,495 miles

all four tyres starting to crack on outer edge

Pass 9 Feb 2017 56,313 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

engine cover, sill covers and under tray fitted

Pass 11 Feb 2016 55,890 miles

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

engine cover, sill covers and under trays fitted

Pass 10 Feb 2015 55,477 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2014 53,873 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

sill covers fitted

Pass 10 Jan 2013 53,239 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

sill covers fitted

Pass 5 Dec 2011 51,702 miles
Pass 26 May 2011 48,755 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2010 41,172 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2009 33,832 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2008 23,287 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Fail 27 Mar 2008 23,265 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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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A13 NAK is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 3,724cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.9% with a typical mileage of 52,791 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 A13 NAK, 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 21 years old, this Mercedes-benz Sl is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A13 NAK registered?

A13 NAK is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 18 March 2005.

Is A13 NAK safe to buy?

The MOT history for A13 NAK shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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