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KM05 UFR

2005 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 5439cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Apr 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

95,580 mi
Last recorded95,580 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl52,791 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKM05 UFR
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,439cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2026 95,580 miles

engine bay covers and under body trays

Fail 25 Mar 2026 95,561 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn on inner surface (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn on inner surface (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Stop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside handbrake effort low

engine bay covers and under body trays

Pass 2 Nov 2024 95,163 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Inner surface , recommend replacement (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Aug 2023 91,937 miles

engine bay covers and under body trays

Pass 4 Oct 2021 85,101 miles

engine bay covers and under body trays

Pass 2 Sep 2020 82,701 miles

Nearside Front tyre rim saver slight damage

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

engine bay covers and under body trays

Pass 19 Aug 2019 82,313 miles

engine bay covers and under body trays

Pass 6 Aug 2018 79,699 miles

engine bay covers and under body trays

Pass 28 Jul 2017 78,716 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2016 73,669 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2015 63,240 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

offside rear tyre flat!

Pass 1 May 2014 54,107 miles
Pass 9 May 2013 44,002 miles

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

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

rear tyres worn on edges

Pass 7 Feb 2012 34,075 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2011 29,164 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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KM05 UFR is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 5,439cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 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 KM05 UFR, 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 KM05 UFR registered?

KM05 UFR is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 17 May 2005.

Is KM05 UFR safe to buy?

The MOT history for KM05 UFR shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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