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KR54 EAW

2005 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2025
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

95,327 mi
Last recorded95,327 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2024
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl52,791 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKR54 EAW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2024 95,327 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2022 93,666 miles

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear brake pads sticking in carrier

suspension pipe farrell corroded front to back

Pass 24 Jun 2021 93,373 miles

Front brake discs corroded due to standing

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

suspension pipe Farrell corroded front and rear

Pass 2 Oct 2020 93,181 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Oct 2019 92,725 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2018 91,602 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2017 84,629 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2016 81,006 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2015 75,601 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2015 71,389 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2014 70,974 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2014 70,185 miles
Pass 7 May 2013 66,598 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2012 63,861 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2011 59,930 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2010 55,553 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2009 50,480 miles

N/S/R lamp has some led's not working

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

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

Pass 18 Feb 2008 43,875 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2008 43,885 miles

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

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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KR54 EAW is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 KR54 EAW, 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.

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What year was KR54 EAW registered?

KR54 EAW is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 15 January 2005.

Is KR54 EAW safe to buy?

The MOT history for KR54 EAW shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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