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K5 GBO

2005 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 5439cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2023
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

58,912 mi
Last recorded58,912 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2022
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl52,791 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK5 GBO
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,439cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2022 58,912 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 12 Aug 2021 58,577 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2019 56,951 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 24 Apr 2018 55,762 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2017 54,698 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2016 53,320 miles

Offside Rear Inner Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.4e)

Pass 5 Feb 2015 50,451 miles

offside rear inner cv boot worn

cracking noise on nearside front suspention

Pass 25 Mar 2014 49,785 miles

sills and underbody covered

Pass 25 Mar 2013 47,746 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2012 43,841 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2011 43,055 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2011 42,914 miles

Oil leak

front brake discs pitted

Fail 27 Jan 2010 36,851 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 27 Jan 2010 36,851 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2009 30,336 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 18 Jan 2008 26,331 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2008 26,331 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 15 Jan 2008 26,324 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f) DANGEROUS

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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K5 GBO is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 5,439cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 K5 GBO, 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 K5 GBO registered?

K5 GBO is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 18 January 2005.

Is K5 GBO safe to buy?

The MOT history for K5 GBO shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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