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L1 WUK

2005 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 3724cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Sep 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

53,165 mi
Last recorded53,165 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl52,791 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL1 WUK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,724cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2026 53,165 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Aug 2025 52,102 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Aug 2024 50,642 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2023 50,149 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Aug 2022 49,431 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Aug 2021 48,405 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Sep 2020 46,995 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2019 46,009 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2018 44,487 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2017 43,046 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2016 39,197 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2015 35,262 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2014 31,626 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2014 31,626 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 21 Aug 2013 28,827 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2012 27,479 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2011 25,100 miles

Both front tyres worn on inner edge.

Pass 19 Aug 2010 21,990 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2009 17,468 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2008 12,598 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Pass 13 Aug 2008 12,598 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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L1 WUK is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 3,724cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 L1 WUK, 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 L1 WUK registered?

L1 WUK is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 September 2005.

Is L1 WUK safe to buy?

The MOT history for L1 WUK shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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