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JAN 2D

2005 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 3724cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jun 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

40,782 mi
Last recorded40,782 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl52,791 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJAN 2D
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,724cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2026 40,782 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2025 40,161 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2024 39,509 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2023 39,101 miles

vehicle fitted with undertrays which prevent the inspection of certain items

Pass 19 Apr 2022 38,437 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear covered in floor covers,cant see brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 16 Mar 2021 38,132 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2020 37,469 miles

brake pipes front to rear are covered in floor covers,could not see them

Pass 25 Apr 2019 37,240 miles

could not see brake pipes front to rear as covered with floor pan covers

Pass 12 Apr 2018 36,555 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2017 36,430 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2016 36,225 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2015 35,667 miles

front brake pads getting worn

Pass 10 Jan 2014 34,801 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2013 34,109 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2012 33,369 miles

Nearside rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Offside rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

rocker cover leaks oil n/s of engine

steering lock does not operate when key removed

Fail 17 Jan 2012 33,369 miles

Steering wheel locking device missing (2.1.6)

Nearside rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Offside rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

rocker cover leaks oil n/s of engine

Pass 18 Jan 2011 32,807 miles

rocker cover leaks oil on left bank of engine

Pass 1 Feb 2010 30,999 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2009 30,361 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2009 28,504 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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JAN 2D 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 JAN 2D, 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 JAN 2D?

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What year was JAN 2D registered?

JAN 2D is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 21 October 2005.

Is JAN 2D safe to buy?

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