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GX55 SKD

2005 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 3724cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Aug 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

107,103 mi
Last recorded107,103 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl52,791 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX55 SKD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,724cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2026 107,103 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 29 Oct 2024 99,499 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2023 98,506 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2022 97,889 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2021 96,801 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2020 95,732 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2019 94,352 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2018 92,299 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2017 89,875 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2016 87,501 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2015 85,987 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2014 82,228 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 3 Dec 2014 82,228 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 Dec 2013 78,451 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2012 74,188 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Offside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Jan 2012 69,231 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2011 61,630 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2010 49,355 miles

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

Pass 14 Jan 2009 37,165 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2009 37,165 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Fail 7 Jan 2009 36,926 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

n/s front wiper starting to judder across screen

rear brake discs are starting to corrode on outer faces

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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GX55 SKD is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 3,724cc 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 GX55 SKD, 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 GX55 SKD registered?

GX55 SKD is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 29 November 2005.

Is GX55 SKD safe to buy?

The MOT history for GX55 SKD shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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