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CF55 AKU

2005 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Sep 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

57,285 mi
Last recorded57,285 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl52,791 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCF55 AKU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2026 57,285 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2025 56,179 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2024 52,303 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2023 47,889 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2022 44,600 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2022 42,147 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2021 39,746 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2019 39,116 miles

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

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

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

Pass 22 Nov 2018 38,581 miles

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

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

Fail 22 Nov 2018 38,581 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

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

Pass 13 Nov 2017 36,514 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2016 33,260 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2015 30,687 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2014 28,955 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2013 27,063 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2012 24,846 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 Oct 2011 23,698 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2010 21,282 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2009 19,154 miles

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

Pass 25 Oct 2008 15,730 miles

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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CF55 AKU is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 CF55 AKU, 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 CF55 AKU registered?

CF55 AKU is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 17 November 2005.

Is CF55 AKU safe to buy?

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