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LK54 NHN

2005 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Sep 2024
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

125,500 mi
Last recorded125,500 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2023
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl52,791 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK54 NHN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Sep 2023 125,500 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2022 125,059 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear + o/s/f (1.1.11 (c))

Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front lower rear arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Mar 2021 123,604 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

engine covers and under trays fitted not allowing inspection of some components.

n/s/r and o/s/r air pipes to air springs has corroded ferrules.

Fail 23 Mar 2021 123,599 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

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

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

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

engine covers and under trays fitted not allowing inspection of some components.

n/s/r and o/s/r air pipes to air springs has corroded ferrules.

Pass 3 Sep 2019 123,047 miles

Engine covers & Under trays fitted not allowing inspection of some components

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing splits/cracks on inner side wall not to cords (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing splits/cracks on inner side wall not to cords (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 23 Jul 2018 117,984 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2017 106,886 miles

Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Pass 4 Jun 2016 95,258 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2015 80,677 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)

osf tyre inner edge worn

Pass 14 Mar 2014 66,164 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2013 60,991 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2012 56,075 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2011 52,693 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2011 52,693 miles

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

Nearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Pass 16 Feb 2010 47,350 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2009 39,854 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

full underbody shields fitted

Pass 7 Feb 2008 31,058 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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LK54 NHN 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 LK54 NHN, 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 LK54 NHN registered?

LK54 NHN is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 7 February 2005.

Is LK54 NHN safe to buy?

The MOT history for LK54 NHN 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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