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DA05 SJV

2005 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 3724cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jun 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

78,830 mi
Last recorded78,830 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl52,791 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA05 SJV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,724cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2026 78,830 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Jun 2025 78,459 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2024 77,102 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Jun 2023 75,926 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2022 73,369 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2021 71,910 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2020 70,503 miles

Lower under covers fitted restricting view

Fail 23 Jun 2020 70,416 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded inner wing (chalked) (1.1.11 (c))

Lower under covers fitted restricting view

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material inner wing (chalked) (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 25 Jun 2019 67,455 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2018 62,855 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2017 57,882 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2016 52,994 miles

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)

Pass 19 Jun 2015 47,871 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2014 43,158 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2013 39,173 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2012 35,967 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2011 30,581 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2010 26,138 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2009 21,964 miles

both rear tyres 2.5 mm

Pass 18 Jun 2008 17,472 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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DA05 SJV is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 3,724cc 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 DA05 SJV, 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 SJV registered?

DA05 SJV is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 30 June 2005.

Is DA05 SJV safe to buy?

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