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LG55 LCO

2005 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 5439cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Oct 2021
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

63,422 mi
Last recorded63,422 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2020
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl52,791 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG55 LCO
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,439cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2020 63,422 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre Nail in tyre + tyre starting to wear on inner band/edge ()

O/S/F wing mirror glass discoloured

Oil leak, but not excessive Signs of oil leak (oil residue around engine undertray) (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 22 Oct 2019 59,227 miles

Nearside Front Inner tyre getting low on inner edge.

Pass 25 Oct 2018 56,327 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2017 55,855 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2017 55,855 miles

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

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 17 Feb 2016 55,649 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2015 54,994 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2014 54,754 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2012 53,915 miles

some damage to n/s/r inner tyre wall cords not showing.

Pass 28 Sep 2011 53,090 miles

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

Pass 14 Mar 2011 50,663 miles

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

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Pass 18 Jun 2010 46,263 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2008 36,982 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 LCO is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 5,439cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 LCO, 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.

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What year was LG55 LCO registered?

LG55 LCO is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 28 October 2005.

Is LG55 LCO safe to buy?

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