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L22 TCS

2005 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 3724cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Oct 2027
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

34,434 mi
Last recorded34,434 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl52,791 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL22 TCS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,724cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 16 Oct 2026 34,434 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre

Pass 20 Oct 2025 32,744 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2024 31,997 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2023 31,236 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2022 29,974 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2021 29,796 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2020 29,507 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2019 29,263 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2018 28,873 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2017 28,466 miles

both rear tyres wearing inner edges

tyres showing signs of ageing

Pass 1 Apr 2016 26,853 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2015 25,576 miles

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

Pass 3 Feb 2014 25,036 miles

All tyres wearing on inside edges, nearside rear worn smooth on inside edge.

Pass 6 Nov 2012 23,994 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2011 18,786 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2010 13,493 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2009 9,801 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2008 7,972 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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L22 TCS is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 3,724cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 L22 TCS, 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 L22 TCS registered?

L22 TCS is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 30 September 2005.

Is L22 TCS safe to buy?

The MOT history for L22 TCS shows 18 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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