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GD05 LHP

2005 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 3724cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jul 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

86,590 mi
Last recorded86,590 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl52,791 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGD05 LHP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,724cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2026 86,590 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2025 85,298 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2024 84,853 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2021 84,525 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2020 83,983 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2019 82,713 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2018 77,758 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2017 75,726 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2016 73,452 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2015 70,783 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2014 66,887 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2013 63,944 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

n/s and o/s/r tyres wearing on inside edges,

Pass 14 Mar 2012 60,581 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

front discs worn

rear discs show signs of wear

Pass 16 Mar 2011 54,821 miles

both front tyres wearing inner edge

Pass 5 Mar 2010 45,420 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2009 37,825 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2008 29,886 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 26 Mar 2008 29,886 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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GD05 LHP is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 3,724cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 GD05 LHP, 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 GD05 LHP registered?

GD05 LHP is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 26 March 2005.

Is GD05 LHP safe to buy?

The MOT history for GD05 LHP shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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