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GXZ 9797

2005 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 3724cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Nov 2026
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

67,360 mi
Last recorded67,360 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl52,791 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGXZ 9797
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,724cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 3 Nov 2025 67,360 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2024 64,559 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2023 61,745 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2022 59,019 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 13 Sep 2021 55,931 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2020 52,535 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Sep 2019 49,090 miles

Undertrays fitted

Pass 10 Sep 2018 43,654 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2017 41,530 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2016 37,637 miles

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 25 Aug 2015 33,376 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 29 Aug 2014 31,761 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 Aug 2013 27,664 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2012 25,838 miles

n/s/f & o/s/f tyres 3mm tread left (1.6mm limit)

Pass 31 Aug 2011 23,346 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2010 20,107 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2009 15,831 miles

n/s/r tyre 3.5mm tread left (1.6mm limit).

o/s/r tyre punctured and 2.5mm tread left (1.6mm limit).

Pass 8 Oct 2008 13,082 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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GXZ 9797 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 100%.

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 GXZ 9797, 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 GXZ 9797 registered?

GXZ 9797 is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 30 September 2005.

Is GXZ 9797 safe to buy?

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