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GD05 YOV

2005 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 3724cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

29,154 mi
Last recorded29,154 miles
Recorded on29 May 2025
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl52,791 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGD05 YOV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,724cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 May 2025 29,154 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2023 28,574 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2022 26,970 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2021 22,528 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 May 2018 22,132 miles

under tray fitted

Pass 10 May 2017 22,066 miles

both front tyres feathering off on inner edges

both front tyres slightly perished

offside rear tyre slightly perished

Pass 16 Jun 2015 21,939 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2014 20,835 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 16 Jun 2014 20,835 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 20 Jun 2013 20,456 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2012 19,413 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

oil leck from ns of engine

slight dampness of oil from gearbox

Fail 18 Jun 2011 18,803 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

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

Pass 18 Jun 2011 18,803 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front 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 15 Jun 2010 15,572 miles

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

Pass 3 Jun 2009 12,436 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2008 9,620 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 YOV is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 3,724cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 YOV, 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 GD05 YOV registered?

GD05 YOV is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 28 June 2005.

Is GD05 YOV safe to buy?

The MOT history for GD05 YOV shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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