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DRE 1T

2005 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 5439cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2017
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

35,212 mi
Last recorded35,212 miles
Recorded on20 May 2016
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl52,791 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDRE 1T
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,439cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 May 2016 35,212 miles
Fail 18 May 2016 35,212 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Pass 15 May 2015 35,115 miles
Pass 8 May 2014 34,832 miles
Pass 9 May 2013 34,338 miles
Pass 19 May 2012 34,052 miles
Pass 9 May 2011 33,631 miles
Pass 13 May 2010 31,178 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2009 21,893 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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DRE 1T is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 5,439cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 DRE 1T, 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

How do I check the history of DRE 1T?

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What year was DRE 1T registered?

DRE 1T is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 16 September 2005.

Is DRE 1T safe to buy?

The MOT history for DRE 1T shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DRE 1T have outstanding finance?

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