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HG05 LPV

2005 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 May 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

48,628 mi
Last recorded48,628 miles
Recorded on15 May 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl52,791 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG05 LPV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 May 2026 48,628 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Pass 14 May 2025 46,934 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 27 Jun 2024 45,767 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2023 39,726 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2023 39,726 miles

Brake performance unable to be tested Unable to test parking brake due to release not working (1.2.1 (g))

Pass 9 Jul 2022 38,690 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2021 38,593 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2020 38,553 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2019 37,975 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2018 37,168 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2017 36,910 miles
Pass 23 May 2016 35,960 miles
Pass 13 May 2015 35,498 miles

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

Pass 28 May 2014 34,952 miles
Pass 13 May 2013 33,466 miles
Pass 23 May 2012 30,895 miles
Pass 25 May 2011 28,800 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Oil leak

Pass 28 May 2010 25,699 miles
Pass 27 May 2009 20,182 miles

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

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

Pass 22 May 2008 14,780 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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HG05 LPV 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 95%.

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 HG05 LPV, 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 HG05 LPV registered?

HG05 LPV is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 31 May 2005.

Is HG05 LPV safe to buy?

The MOT history for HG05 LPV shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does HG05 LPV have outstanding finance?

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