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AL05 AMG

2005 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 5439cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Nov 2021
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

91,082 mi
Last recorded91,082 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2020
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl52,791 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAL05 AMG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,439cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2020 91,082 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2019 88,019 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2019

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Power steering malfunctioning (2.1.5 (a))

battery malfunction light on dash

Pass 8 Feb 2019 86,729 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2018 83,783 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2017 80,684 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2017 80,649 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 24 Feb 2016 77,399 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2015 74,178 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2014 70,120 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2013 64,920 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 10 Feb 2012 58,520 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 3 Mar 2011 51,408 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2010 44,029 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2009 37,205 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2008 29,546 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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AL05 AMG is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 5,439cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 AL05 AMG, 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.

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What year was AL05 AMG registered?

AL05 AMG is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is AL05 AMG safe to buy?

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