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AE55 FXF

2005 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 5439cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

50,027 mi
Last recorded50,027 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2025
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl52,791 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE55 FXF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,439cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2025 50,027 miles
Pass 13 May 2024 49,272 miles
Pass 23 May 2023 48,685 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2021 46,251 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2020 45,580 miles

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

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 28 Oct 2019 45,308 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Fail 21 Oct 2019 45,299 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 11 Oct 2018 44,575 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

under trays fitted obscuring inspection

Pass 19 Oct 2017 43,460 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2016 42,691 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2015 41,935 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2014 41,039 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 Oct 2013 39,344 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2012 36,162 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2011 36,912 miles

both track rod boots twisted

Pass 21 Oct 2010 35,212 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2009 33,782 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2008 30,382 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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AE55 FXF is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 5,439cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 AE55 FXF, 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

How do I check the history of AE55 FXF?

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What year was AE55 FXF registered?

AE55 FXF is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 2 September 2005.

Is AE55 FXF safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE55 FXF shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AE55 FXF have outstanding finance?

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