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LB05 BDU

2005 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2017
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

60,032 mi
Last recorded60,032 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2016
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl52,791 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB05 BDU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2016 60,032 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2015 41,684 miles

Front shock absorbers have play in bottom bushes/balljoints

Pass 30 Sep 2014 37,982 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2013 35,793 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2012 33,905 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2011 26,892 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2011 26,892 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 8 Jan 2010 19,611 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2009 17,159 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2009 17,152 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Front Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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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LB05 BDU is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 LB05 BDU, 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 LB05 BDU registered?

LB05 BDU is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 27 June 2005.

Is LB05 BDU safe to buy?

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