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A14 TTE

2005 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 3724cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Mar 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

66,411 mi
Last recorded66,411 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl52,791 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2026 66,411 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2025 64,883 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Mar 2024 63,489 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2024 63,484 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 Feb 2023 58,812 miles

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

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

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

Pass 18 Nov 2021 55,401 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2020 50,678 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2019 48,771 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2018 47,895 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2017 47,591 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2016 46,626 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2015 46,157 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2014 45,407 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2013 44,344 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2012 42,747 miles

noise from steering .

Fail 28 Mar 2012 42,747 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

noise from steering .

Fail 9 Nov 2010 39,944 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

all brake discs

registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 9 Nov 2010 39,944 miles

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

all brake discs

Pass 8 Dec 2009 38,136 miles

Nearside Inner Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

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

Offside Inner Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

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

Pass 12 Nov 2008 34,096 miles
Pass 27 Dec 2007 30,354 miles

Slight play in OSF ARB link

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 TTE is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 3,724cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 TTE, 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 TTE registered?

A14 TTE is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 14 January 2005.

Is A14 TTE safe to buy?

The MOT history for A14 TTE shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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