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A14 JDG

2005 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 3724cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Oct 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

87,869 mi
Last recorded87,869 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2025
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl52,791 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA14 JDG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,724cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2025 87,869 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2024 87,715 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2023 85,308 miles

offside and and nearside rear flexible brake hose starting to perish

Pass 10 Nov 2022 81,451 miles

undertray fitted so cant inspect front to rear brake pipes

Fail 9 Nov 2022 81,450 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Coolant leak ()

undertray fitted so cant inspect front to rear brake pipes

Pass 12 Nov 2021 79,601 miles

Nearside Rear wheel arch damaged

Pass 14 Nov 2020 77,906 miles

under trays fitted to the vehicle

Pass 6 Nov 2019 76,075 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Nov 2018 74,184 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2017 69,078 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2016 65,628 miles

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

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

Rear rear tyres have cuts bun not exposing cords

Fail 27 Oct 2016 65,625 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

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

Rear rear tyres have cuts bun not exposing cords

Pass 26 Oct 2015 59,766 miles

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

Pass 1 Nov 2014 56,789 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2013 52,341 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2012 48,392 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2011 44,473 miles

f thrust bushes wearing

n/s/f roll bar link slight play

n/s/r tyre on limit

oil leak from gearbox

Pass 28 Oct 2010 38,253 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2009 30,445 miles

slight play in n/s roll bar link

Pass 21 Oct 2008 22,663 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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A14 JDG is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 3,724cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 A14 JDG, 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 A14 JDG registered?

A14 JDG is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 28 October 2005.

Is A14 JDG safe to buy?

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