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KU05 CUG

2005 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 3724cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jul 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

128,592 mi
Last recorded128,592 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl52,791 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU05 CUG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,724cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2026 128,592 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Jul 2025 128,546 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2024 128,502 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2023 128,403 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2022 128,339 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2021 128,301 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2020 128,272 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2019 127,803 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2018 127,693 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2018 127,693 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure pirelli 255/40/18 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure pirelli 285/35/18 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 4 Jul 2017 121,422 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases nearside catalyst cracked (7.1.2)

Pass 6 Jul 2016 113,125 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2015 104,737 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2015 104,733 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 7 Jul 2014 95,437 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2013 85,516 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2012 76,403 miles

long travel present on foot parking brake

Pass 4 Dec 2010 62,898 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2010 58,459 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2009 48,516 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2008 38,167 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Mar 2008 37,149 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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KU05 CUG is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 3,724cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 KU05 CUG, 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 KU05 CUG registered?

KU05 CUG is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 2 March 2005.

Is KU05 CUG safe to buy?

The MOT history for KU05 CUG shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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