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HY55 TCX

2005 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 3724cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Sep 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

133,994 mi
Last recorded133,994 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl52,791 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHY55 TCX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,724cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2026 133,994 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2025 131,412 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2024 128,849 miles

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

Fail 6 Aug 2024 128,849 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 2 Sep 2023 127,693 miles

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 2 Sep 2022 124,519 miles

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

Pass 27 Aug 2021 123,105 miles

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

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Aug 2020 121,651 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

Pass 23 Aug 2019 118,655 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2018 115,559 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2017 111,720 miles

Central Upper Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 17 Aug 2016 107,865 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2015 101,233 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2014 91,773 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 20 Aug 2013 81,638 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2012 69,578 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Aug 2011 59,782 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2010 54,170 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2009 45,516 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2008 32,764 miles

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

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

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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HY55 TCX is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 3,724cc 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 HY55 TCX, 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 HY55 TCX registered?

HY55 TCX is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 September 2005.

Is HY55 TCX safe to buy?

The MOT history for HY55 TCX 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.

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