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HOK 1E

2005 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Sep 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

65,453 mi
Last recorded65,453 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl52,791 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHOK 1E
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2026 65,453 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2025 63,556 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2024 61,986 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2023 60,452 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2022 58,882 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2021 56,868 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2020 55,130 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Sep 2019 53,525 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2018 51,718 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2017 50,000 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2017 50,000 miles

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)

Pass 23 Sep 2016 47,890 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2015 45,936 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2014 43,270 miles

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

Fail 16 Dec 2014 43,270 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

Pass 16 Dec 2013 39,980 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2012 36,941 miles

n/s/f tyre tread 3.8mm o/s/f tyre tread 2.8mm

Pass 12 Dec 2011 31,823 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2010 26,835 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2010 26,835 miles

Front registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 17 Dec 2009 21,739 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2008 17,822 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2008 17,822 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Nail in offside rear tyre

o/s parking brake not as efficient as n/s

parking permits n/s of screen

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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HOK 1E is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 HOK 1E, 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

How do I check the history of HOK 1E?

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What year was HOK 1E registered?

HOK 1E is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 28 January 2005.

Is HOK 1E safe to buy?

The MOT history for HOK 1E shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does HOK 1E have outstanding finance?

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