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A9 CDH

2005 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 3724cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Apr 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

13,176 mi
Last recorded13,176 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2025
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl52,791 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA9 CDH
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,724cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2025 13,176 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2023 13,132 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2022 13,084 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2021 12,773 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2021 12,773 miles

Headlamp aim too low both (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 30 Jul 2020 12,763 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2020 12,763 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 6 Jun 2019 12,589 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2018 12,382 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2017 12,243 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2016 11,331 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2015 11,291 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2014 10,829 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2013 9,701 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2012 8,861 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2011 8,021 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2010 7,109 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2009 6,177 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2008 4,811 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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A9 CDH is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 3,724cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 A9 CDH, 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 A9 CDH registered?

A9 CDH is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 2 September 2005.

Is A9 CDH safe to buy?

The MOT history for A9 CDH shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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