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AYZ 4788

2005 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 5439cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jul 2024
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

81,604 mi
Last recorded81,604 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2023
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl52,791 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAYZ 4788
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,439cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2023 81,604 miles

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

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

engine cover/undertray fitted/vehicle presented in wet condition

Pass 16 May 2022 80,319 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2021 78,540 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2019 77,655 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Aug 2017 77,093 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2016 76,869 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2015 74,491 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2013 73,490 miles

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

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

Fail 14 Oct 2013 73,455 miles

Offside Front Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 22 May 2012 65,474 miles
Pass 20 May 2011 56,561 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2010 46,882 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 23 May 2009 38,688 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 12 May 2008 24,550 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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AYZ 4788 is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 5,439cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 AYZ 4788, 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 AYZ 4788 registered?

AYZ 4788 is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 May 2005.

Is AYZ 4788 safe to buy?

The MOT history for AYZ 4788 shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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