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BG55 TBX

2005 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 3724cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2025
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

56,870 mi
Last recorded56,870 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2024
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl52,791 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG55 TBX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,724cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 16 Aug 2024 56,870 miles
Pass 30 May 2023 56,762 miles
Pass 21 May 2022 54,857 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2021 54,355 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2019 53,650 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2018 52,692 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2017 52,255 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2015 50,107 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2014 47,178 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2013 40,092 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2012 39,952 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2011 38,703 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2010 35,493 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2009 32,874 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2008 28,199 miles

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)

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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BG55 TBX is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 3,724cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 BG55 TBX, 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 BG55 TBX?

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What year was BG55 TBX registered?

BG55 TBX is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 5 October 2005.

Is BG55 TBX safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG55 TBX shows 15 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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