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KV05 ZPC

2005 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 3724cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Aug 2027
Tests27 (20 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate74.1%

Mileage

158,875 mi
Last recorded158,875 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl52,791 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV05 ZPC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,724cc

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MOT History

20 pass 7 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2026 158,875 miles

ENGINE UNDER COVER LOOSE

UNDER COVERS FITTED

Pass 30 Jul 2025 95,771 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Aug 2024 93,505 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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

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

Offside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

UNDER COVERS FITTED

Fail 5 Aug 2024 93,505 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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

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

Offside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

UNDER COVERS FITTED

Pass 24 Jul 2023 143,242 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Aug 2022 84,301 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Aug 2021 79,005 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Fail 4 Aug 2021 79,003 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 13 Oct 2020 126,732 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated both rear (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Sep 2019 75,350 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2019 75,340 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 13 Aug 2018 72,699 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play slight movement in wheel bearings (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play Slight play in wheel bearing (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 21 May 2018 116,148 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 11 Sep 2017 71,751 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2016 68,635 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2016 68,018 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front sidewall damage

Pass 30 Jul 2015 64,698 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2014 61,690 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2013 56,290 miles

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

Pass 27 Jul 2012 52,363 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2011 47,842 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Rear discs worn

Pass 4 Jun 2011 47,842 miles

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Rear discs worn

Pass 21 Aug 2010 41,615 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2009 28,566 miles

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

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

Fail 4 Jun 2009 28,566 miles

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

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 28 May 2008 17,466 miles

both rear tyres low on tread

Pass 21 May 2008 17,016 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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KV05 ZPC is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 3,724cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 74.1%.

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 KV05 ZPC, 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 KV05 ZPC registered?

KV05 ZPC is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 19 May 2005.

Is KV05 ZPC safe to buy?

The MOT history for KV05 ZPC shows 27 tests with a 74.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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