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BAZ 8395

2005 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 5439cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 May 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

51,478 mi
Last recorded51,478 miles
Recorded on11 May 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl52,791 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBAZ 8395
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,439cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 May 2026 51,478 miles
Pass 14 May 2025 49,484 miles
Pass 2 May 2024 47,209 miles
Pass 2 May 2023 45,534 miles
Pass 12 May 2022 43,950 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2020 42,616 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2019 40,185 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2018 39,295 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2017 38,612 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2016 37,896 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2015 36,965 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2014 35,895 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2013 35,176 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2012 34,465 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2011 32,708 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 3 Feb 2011 32,708 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Pass 11 Feb 2010 30,778 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2009 29,423 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2008 26,970 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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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BAZ 8395 is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 5,439cc 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 BAZ 8395, 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 BAZ 8395 registered?

BAZ 8395 is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is BAZ 8395 safe to buy?

The MOT history for BAZ 8395 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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