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FJ05 BYG

2005 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 3724cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Apr 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

34,149 mi
Last recorded34,149 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl52,791 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ05 BYG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,724cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2026 34,149 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2025 33,480 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2024 32,954 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2023 32,190 miles

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

Pass 23 Mar 2022 31,838 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2021 31,271 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive Sump gasket possibly needs changing. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre wearing on edges. (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 May 2019 30,754 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Rear shock absorbers slight corrosion

Pass 7 Jun 2018 30,495 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2018 30,450 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly wearing on the inside.

Nearside Front Tyre starting to show signs of cracking, side walls.

Offside Front Tyre starting to show signs of cracking, sidewall.

Offside Front Tyre starting to wear on the inside.

Pass 6 Mar 2017 29,207 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2016 28,802 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2015 28,047 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2013 26,734 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2012 25,587 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2011 23,817 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2010 20,715 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2009 17,676 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2009 17,674 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 30 May 2008 13,780 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 27 May 2008 13,759 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

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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FJ05 BYG is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 3,724cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 FJ05 BYG, 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 FJ05 BYG registered?

FJ05 BYG is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 27 May 2005.

Is FJ05 BYG safe to buy?

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