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LG55 AFU

2005 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 3724cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Oct 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

86,417 mi
Last recorded86,417 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2025
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl52,791 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG55 AFU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,724cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Oct 2025 86,417 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2024 85,881 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2023 83,310 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2022 80,023 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2021 72,333 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2020 67,222 miles

engine covers and under trays obscuring some components

Pass 24 Sep 2019 65,559 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2018 63,133 miles

Offside Front inner wheel arch cover broken but still secure

Pass 14 Aug 2017 58,791 miles

engine covers and under trays fitted

nearside front tyre wearing on inner tread

Pass 11 Aug 2016 56,272 miles

engine covers and under tray fitted

Pass 19 Aug 2015 53,416 miles

engine covers and under trays fitted

Fail 19 Aug 2015 53,416 miles

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

engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 15 Aug 2014 49,994 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 Aug 2013 45,517 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2012 40,718 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2011 34,876 miles

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

Pass 19 Aug 2011 34,876 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2010 29,244 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2009 23,804 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2008 18,265 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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LG55 AFU is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 3,724cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 LG55 AFU, 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 LG55 AFU registered?

LG55 AFU is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 27 September 2005.

Is LG55 AFU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LG55 AFU shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LG55 AFU have outstanding finance?

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