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BU05 DFO

2005 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Dec 2026
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

47,653 mi
Last recorded47,653 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2025
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl52,791 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU05 DFO
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 4 Dec 2025 47,653 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2024 47,565 miles

Central Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 21 Aug 2023 47,341 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2022 47,155 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2021 46,116 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Apr 2020 45,366 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2018 44,675 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2017 43,455 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2016 36,957 miles

slight damage to n/s/f tyre outer sidewall

Pass 16 Mar 2015 33,109 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2014 31,737 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2013 30,279 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2012 28,015 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2011 25,309 miles

minor wall damage n/s/front tyre.

Pass 15 Dec 2010 24,703 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2010 23,434 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2009 22,197 miles

very slight air leak n/s/front.

Pass 10 Mar 2008 20,205 miles

o/s/f tyre worn on outer edge.

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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BU05 DFO is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 BU05 DFO, 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 BU05 DFO registered?

BU05 DFO is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 17 March 2005.

Is BU05 DFO safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU05 DFO shows 18 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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