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GK05 CTX

2005 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 3724cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jul 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

56,057 mi
Last recorded56,057 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl52,791 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK05 CTX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,724cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2026 56,057 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated front suspension ball joint gaiter (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated front suspension ball joint gaiter (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated rear suspension arm ball joint gaiter (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

slight notchy ness felt at steering wheel possible worn steering knuckle

Pass 28 Jul 2025 54,298 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated front arm ball joint (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated front arm ball joint (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

brake wear light on dash ,front brake pads

Pass 18 Jul 2024 52,425 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Jul 2023 50,277 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated rear suspension arm (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated rear suspension arm (5.3.4 (b) (i))

slight notchy noise felt at steering wheel

Pass 10 May 2022 47,446 miles
Pass 21 May 2021 44,818 miles
Fail 19 May 2021 44,818 miles

Offside Front Inner Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure small bulge in inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bush splitting (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive oil cooler/oil filter housing leaking (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bush splitting (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 29 May 2020 43,533 miles

Offside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewall damaged and cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 26 May 2020 43,533 miles

Front Oil leaking excessively from engine both rocker cover gaskets leaking onto exhaust (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Driver's door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed inner door release not working (6.2.3 (c) (i))

Offside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewall damaged and cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 26 Feb 2019 41,506 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2017 34,785 miles

Boot struts weak.

Offside front jacking point plug missing.

Oil leak from engine

Pass 5 Apr 2016 32,243 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2015 30,459 miles

boot struts are weak

Pass 25 Mar 2014 28,771 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2012 24,643 miles

o/s of front bumper is scuffed

Pass 10 Apr 2010 19,198 miles

gear box oil leak

Fail 6 Apr 2010 19,193 miles

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

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

gear box oil leak

Pass 31 Mar 2009 15,600 miles

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

Pass 28 Mar 2008 11,956 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2008 11,956 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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GK05 CTX is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue 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 GK05 CTX, 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 GK05 CTX registered?

GK05 CTX is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 29 April 2005.

Is GK05 CTX safe to buy?

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