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B6 SJF

2005 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Oct 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

27,442 mi
Last recorded27,442 miles
Recorded on12 Oct 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl52,791 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB6 SJF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Oct 2026 27,442 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2026 27,442 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 3 Oct 2025 26,942 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2024 25,558 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2023 24,729 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2022 23,633 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2021 22,997 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2019 22,918 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2018 21,277 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2017 20,907 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2016 20,726 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2015 19,504 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2014 18,818 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Jun 2013 16,502 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 Jul 2012 16,045 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 5 Aug 2011 15,803 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2010 15,522 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2009 14,900 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2008 11,312 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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B6 SJF is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 B6 SJF, 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 B6 SJF registered?

B6 SJF is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 30 September 2005.

Is B6 SJF safe to buy?

The MOT history for B6 SJF shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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