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DA05 SFK

2005 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jul 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl52,791 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA05 SFK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2026
Pass 2 Jul 2025
Pass 31 Aug 2023
Pass 24 Aug 2022
Pass 26 Aug 2021 64,193 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2020 63,132 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2019 62,049 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2018 58,772 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2017 55,552 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2016 56,651 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Jun 2015 53,569 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2014 50,831 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2013 48,910 miles
Pass 3 May 2012 47,746 miles
Fail 3 May 2012 47,746 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 20 Jan 2012 46,566 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2011 42,891 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2009 40,216 miles

Slight oil leak around engine filler cap.

Pass 24 Dec 2008 35,108 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

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

Oil leak

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

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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DA05 SFK is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 DA05 SFK, 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.

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What year was DA05 SFK registered?

DA05 SFK is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 23 June 2005.

Is DA05 SFK safe to buy?

The MOT history for DA05 SFK shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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