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EX55 XGH

2005 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Dec 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

64,681 mi
Last recorded64,681 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2025
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl52,791 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX55 XGH
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2025 64,681 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2024 62,459 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2023 60,868 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2022 59,440 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2021 54,576 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2020 52,459 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Dec 2019 50,755 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted inner edge (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Pass 4 Dec 2018 49,633 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Dec 2017 45,407 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 16 Dec 2016 41,532 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2015 38,809 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2014 33,025 miles

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

Pass 7 Dec 2013 27,314 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2013 27,314 miles

Offside Front Torque/reaction arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 8 Dec 2012 22,384 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2011 19,200 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2011 16,883 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2010 16,264 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2009 12,783 miles

engine covers fitted

plastic skirts fitted

under tray fitted

under trays fitted

Pass 5 Nov 2008 9,716 miles

engine cover fitted

plastic skirts fitted

under trays fitted

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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EX55 XGH 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 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 EX55 XGH, 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 EX55 XGH registered?

EX55 XGH is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 September 2005.

Is EX55 XGH safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX55 XGH shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does EX55 XGH have outstanding finance?

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