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BF55 YCK

2005 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 3724cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Apr 2024
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

35,525 mi
Last recorded35,525 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2023
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl52,791 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF55 YCK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,724cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2023 35,525 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2023 35,525 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Aug 2019 35,416 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2018 34,534 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2018 34,477 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 1 Aug 2017 32,251 miles
Pass 18 May 2015 31,118 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 23 May 2014 29,089 miles
Pass 28 May 2013 27,547 miles
Pass 25 May 2012 26,084 miles
Pass 26 May 2011 24,084 miles
Pass 25 May 2010 22,463 miles

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 26 May 2009 19,212 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2008 15,865 miles

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

Oil leak transmission

Fail 15 Aug 2008 15,865 miles

Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

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

Oil leak transmission

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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BF55 YCK is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 3,724cc 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 BF55 YCK, 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 BF55 YCK registered?

BF55 YCK is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 September 2005.

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