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FG05 JYP

2005 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 3724cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Apr 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

50,403 mi
Last recorded50,403 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl52,791 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG05 JYP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,724cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2026 50,403 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2025 49,182 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2024 48,151 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2023 46,601 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Mar 2022 45,323 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2021 44,176 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 18 Mar 2021 44,174 miles

Parking brake lever missing (1.1.6 (d))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Mar 2020 43,301 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Mar 2019 42,269 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2018 40,250 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2017 38,253 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2016 36,075 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2015 32,456 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2015 32,453 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Fail 12 Mar 2014 30,019 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 12 Mar 2014 30,019 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2013 27,458 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2012 24,552 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2011 22,229 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2010 19,485 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2009 16,346 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2008 12,983 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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FG05 JYP is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 3,724cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 FG05 JYP, 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.

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What year was FG05 JYP registered?

FG05 JYP is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 8 April 2005.

Is FG05 JYP safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG05 JYP shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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