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F1 WAD

2005 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 3724cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Dec 2025
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

110,313 mi
Last recorded110,313 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2025
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl52,791 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF1 WAD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,724cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Fail 19 Dec 2025 110,313 miles

Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible Both nearside/offside (4.1.4 (c))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn On shock absorber/Marked with yellow chalk (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 13 Dec 2024 106,931 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 30 Nov 2024 106,780 miles

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Dec 2023 102,183 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Dec 2022 97,495 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Nov 2021 90,230 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2020 86,993 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2019
Pass 14 Dec 2018 83,088 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2017 74,226 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2016 64,478 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2015 53,664 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2014 37,260 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2013 26,347 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 Dec 2012 25,647 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2011 24,508 miles

o/s front tyre outer edge deteriating

Pass 29 Dec 2010 23,353 miles
Fail 29 Dec 2010 23,353 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Oct 2009 21,648 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2008 19,556 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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F1 WAD is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 3,724cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 F1 WAD, 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 F1 WAD registered?

F1 WAD is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 20 July 2005.

Is F1 WAD safe to buy?

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