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KX05 YBV

2005 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 3724cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Mar 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

31,391 mi
Last recorded31,391 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl52,791 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKX05 YBV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,724cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2026 31,391 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2026 31,391 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) emits other than a steady red light (4.3.3 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 May 2025 31,015 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2024 31,008 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2023 30,999 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2021 30,995 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2020 30,975 miles
Pass 3 May 2019 30,956 miles
Pass 23 May 2018 30,544 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2017 30,119 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2016 29,211 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2015 28,161 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2014 26,632 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2013 25,252 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2012 24,400 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2011 22,820 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)

Pass 12 Aug 2010 21,537 miles

n/s/f nick in side wall not cord

Pass 26 Aug 2009 20,961 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2008 18,168 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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KX05 YBV is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 3,724cc 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 KX05 YBV, 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 KX05 YBV registered?

KX05 YBV is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 18 March 2005.

Is KX05 YBV safe to buy?

The MOT history for KX05 YBV 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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