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DF54 FKV

2005 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 3724cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Mar 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

88,903 mi
Last recorded88,903 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl52,791 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF54 FKV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,724cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2026 88,903 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2024 88,059 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced boot floor area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rears (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security suspension turrets (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security various areas front and rear suspension at mounting points (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 3 Feb 2023 86,429 miles

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

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 6 Mar 2021 81,554 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2021 81,554 miles

Electrical wiring insecure and connectors likely to become disconnected both front abs wires (4.11 (a) (ii))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 7 Mar 2020 78,112 miles

plastic trays underneath

Fail 22 Feb 2020 78,012 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated thrust (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated thrust (5.3.4 (b) (i))

plastic trims fitted underneath inspection limited

Pass 12 Mar 2019 75,760 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2019 75,755 miles

Nearside Rear Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 Jan 2018 72,200 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2018 72,200 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 25 Jan 2017 67,492 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2016 66,259 miles

BATTERY LIGHT ON

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

engine cover/undertrays fitted

exhaust corroded

Pass 13 Jun 2014 62,642 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

suspension ride height sensor detached

Fail 13 Jun 2014 62,642 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

suspension ride height sensor detached

Pass 3 Jun 2013 56,974 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

osf suspension has some play

Pass 11 Jun 2012 53,554 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2011 49,022 miles

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

Pass 14 Jun 2010 44,393 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

FRONT BRAKE DISCS WORN

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

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 16 Dec 2008 36,598 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2008 31,436 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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DF54 FKV is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 3,724cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 DF54 FKV, 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 DF54 FKV registered?

DF54 FKV is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 19 January 2005.

Is DF54 FKV safe to buy?

The MOT history for DF54 FKV shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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