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LG55 KZF

2005 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jan 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

68,781 mi
Last recorded68,781 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2025
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl52,791 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG55 KZF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2025 68,781 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Jul 2023 67,932 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Ball Joint (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone Chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Dec 2021 64,999 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Dec 2020 63,481 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 9 Dec 2019 61,154 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Dec 2018 58,536 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2017 55,137 miles

Engine covers and under-trays fitted

Pass 11 Nov 2016 51,131 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2015 47,290 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 20 Jun 2014 42,001 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2013 39,751 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 23 Aug 2012 22,674 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2011 27,048 miles
Fail 23 May 2011 26,892 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

off/side rear tyre is cracking in the tread area

Pass 22 Apr 2010 24,433 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2008 20,665 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

rear registration plate slightly deteriorated

Fail 26 Nov 2008 20,665 miles

Offside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incomplete (1.5.A1b)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp emits a light other than red (1.3.2e)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.3.2d)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

rear registration plate slightly deteriorated

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 KZF is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 KZF, 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 KZF registered?

LG55 KZF is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 17 December 2005.

Is LG55 KZF safe to buy?

The MOT history for LG55 KZF shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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