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GN55 ZZD

2005 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Feb 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

103,357 mi
Last recorded103,357 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl52,791 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN55 ZZD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2026 103,357 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2025 101,599 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2024 99,792 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2023 98,064 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2023 98,049 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Cords exposed / tyre size 255/40R18 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Cords exposed / tyre size 285/35R18 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Cords exposed / tyre size 255/40R18 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Cords exposed / tyre size 285/35R18 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Jan 2022 97,820 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged deteriorated (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged mirror glass deteriorated (3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 30 Jan 2021 97,692 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2020 97,458 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2019 97,023 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2017 96,329 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2016 96,029 miles

damage to n/s/f tyre outer side wall

engine cover / undertray fitted

Pass 10 Dec 2015 95,893 miles

damage to n/s/f tyre outer side wall

engine cover/undertray fitted

Pass 16 Dec 2014 93,023 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

damage to nearside front tyre outer wall

Pass 24 Dec 2013 89,434 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2012 85,242 miles

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

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Rear 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 6 Sep 2011 77,727 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2011 77,727 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 25 Aug 2010 74,196 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

near side rear jacking rubber missing

offside front suspension arm ball joint cover split

Pass 25 Aug 2010 74,196 miles

near side rear jacking rubber missing

offside front suspension arm ball joint cover split

Pass 1 Sep 2009 62,914 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2008 46,038 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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GN55 ZZD is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 GN55 ZZD, 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 GN55 ZZD registered?

GN55 ZZD is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 9 September 2005.

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