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AKE 186J

2005 Mercedes-benz Sl

Red Petrol 495cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2025
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

87,283 mi
Last recorded87,283 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2024
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl52,791 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAKE 186J
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine495cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2024 87,283 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2022 87,187 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2021 87,149 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2020 87,070 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2019 87,007 miles
Pass 4 May 2018 86,936 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2017 86,902 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2016 86,788 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2015 86,709 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2014 86,653 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2010 85,763 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

offside and nearside sills at rear slight corrosion

Pass 20 Apr 2009 85,603 miles

Offside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 25 Mar 2008 85,204 miles

NEARSIDE INNER WING REPAIRED ALL SEEMS OK

NEARSIDE REAR DRIVESHAFT GATOR SPLIT

Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 23 Mar 2007 84,937 miles

SLIGHT PLAY IN OFFSIDE INNER TRACK ROD END

SLIGHT PLAY IN STEERING IDLER

Fail 27 Sep 2005 84,409 miles

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Nearside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

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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AKE 186J is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl in Red with a 495cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 AKE 186J, 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 AKE 186J registered?

AKE 186J is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 5 April 2005.

Is AKE 186J safe to buy?

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