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GY55 UFV

2005 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2024
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

65,624 mi
Last recorded65,624 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2024
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl52,791 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY55 UFV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Fail 30 Aug 2024 65,624 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

trays and covers fitted

Pass 15 Aug 2023 60,689 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2022 60,202 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged Sidewall damage (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 13 Aug 2021 58,943 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Aug 2020 57,677 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2020 57,560 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2019 57,120 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2019 57,120 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 17 Sep 2018 55,609 miles

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

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Sep 2017 54,061 miles

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 5 Sep 2016 52,083 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2015 50,639 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2014 48,389 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2013 44,145 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2012 41,526 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2012 41,526 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Pass 13 Sep 2011 36,790 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2010 32,532 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2009 23,057 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2008 19,429 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

brake fluid low

large under trays

remove sticker from nearside windscreen[on nearside seat]

two emission sheets printed

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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GY55 UFV is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 4,966cc 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 GY55 UFV, 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 GY55 UFV registered?

GY55 UFV is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 20 September 2005.

Is GY55 UFV safe to buy?

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