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AY05 LVZ

2005 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 5439cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2022
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

45,144 mi
Last recorded45,144 miles
Recorded on20 May 2021
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl52,791 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY05 LVZ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,439cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 May 2021 45,144 miles
Pass 23 May 2018 45,143 miles

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (5.2.3 (h) (i))

nearside/offside rear tyres wearing on inner edges

Pass 27 Mar 2017 44,551 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2016 43,696 miles
Pass 22 May 2015 42,916 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Outer sill covers fitted

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 6 Feb 2014 42,566 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

plastic outer sill covers fitted

Pass 5 Apr 2013 41,374 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2012 38,600 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2012 38,600 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 2 Mar 2011 34,576 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2011 34,576 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 25 Feb 2010 30,237 miles

Nail in rear tyre

Pass 12 Mar 2009 25,978 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

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

Fail 14 Mar 2008 20,457 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 14 Mar 2008 20,457 miles

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

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

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

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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AY05 LVZ is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 5,439cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AY05 LVZ, 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 AY05 LVZ?

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What year was AY05 LVZ registered?

AY05 LVZ is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 23 March 2005.

Is AY05 LVZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AY05 LVZ shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AY05 LVZ have outstanding finance?

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