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DV05 WSU

2005 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 3724cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Oct 2024
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

53,272 mi
Last recorded53,272 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2023
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl52,791 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDV05 WSU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,724cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2023 53,272 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2022 50,765 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2021 48,516 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2020 46,169 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2020 46,167 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 Oct 2019 44,260 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Oct 2018 41,158 miles

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

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres worn on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

engine covers and undertrays fitted

Pass 14 Oct 2017 37,578 miles

Front tyres worn inner edges

Fail 6 Oct 2017 37,578 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Front tyres worn inner edges

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

Pass 13 Oct 2016 35,039 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)

under trays and engine covers fitted

Pass 27 Oct 2015 33,127 miles

engine cover fitted

under trays fitted

Pass 17 Oct 2014 31,033 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 23 Oct 2013 29,140 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 Oct 2012 27,161 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2011 25,234 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2010 23,698 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2009 21,983 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2008 20,224 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2008 20,144 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 WSU is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 3,724cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 WSU, 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 DV05 WSU?

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What year was DV05 WSU registered?

DV05 WSU is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 31 May 2005.

Is DV05 WSU safe to buy?

The MOT history for DV05 WSU shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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