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DV05 WFJ

2005 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jun 2027
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

74,240 mi
Last recorded74,240 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl52,791 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDV05 WFJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 11 Jun 2026 74,240 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2025 72,046 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2024 71,074 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2023 68,271 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2022 65,417 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2021 62,544 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2020 59,932 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2019 58,120 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2018 56,452 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2017 54,310 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2016 51,276 miles
Pass 13 May 2015 47,030 miles
Pass 23 May 2014 43,344 miles
Pass 31 May 2013 38,227 miles

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

Pass 15 May 2012 33,254 miles

slight play in nearside front wheel bearing

Pass 16 May 2011 25,540 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2010 14,084 miles
Pass 26 May 2010 13,972 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2009 13,519 miles
Pass 23 May 2008 9,585 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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DV05 WFJ is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 DV05 WFJ, 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 DV05 WFJ registered?

DV05 WFJ is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 21 May 2005.

Is DV05 WFJ safe to buy?

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