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BP55 CGP

2005 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 3724cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Aug 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

68,207 mi
Last recorded68,207 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl52,791 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBP55 CGP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,724cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2026 68,207 miles

covers fitted obscuring some components

Pass 18 Jul 2025 67,848 miles

covers fitted obscuring some components

Pass 2 Aug 2024 67,482 miles

covers fitted obscuring some components

Pass 23 Jun 2023 66,917 miles

covers fitted obscuring some components

Pass 13 Jun 2022 66,443 miles

front sub frame,steering rack,chassis and front to rear brake and fuel pipes covered by under trays

Pass 23 Jun 2021 66,131 miles

front to rear metal brake pipes hidden by under tray

Pass 10 Jun 2020 65,698 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Mar 2019 64,699 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2018 62,914 miles

slight play nearside front wheel bearing

Pass 18 Jan 2017 57,896 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 12 Jan 2017 57,890 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 18 Jan 2016 50,822 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2015 47,851 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2014 44,551 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2013 41,282 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2012 31,564 miles
Pass 10 May 2011 31,077 miles
Pass 11 May 2010 27,839 miles
Fail 11 May 2010 27,839 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 12 Sep 2009 26,255 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2008 19,819 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2008 19,819 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

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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BP55 CGP is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 3,724cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 BP55 CGP, 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 BP55 CGP registered?

BP55 CGP is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 September 2005.

Is BP55 CGP safe to buy?

The MOT history for BP55 CGP shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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