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LR05 VNO

2005 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 3724cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Sep 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

97,688 mi
Last recorded97,688 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl52,791 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR05 VNO
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,724cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Sep 2026 97,688 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2025 93,514 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2024 90,033 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2023 89,421 miles

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

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

Fail 30 Aug 2023 89,381 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

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

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

Pass 23 Aug 2022 88,440 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2021 86,876 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2019 83,844 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2019 83,818 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed Cut in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords In tread (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 13 Jul 2018 80,853 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2017 74,952 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted at time of test.

Pass 15 Jul 2016 68,246 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2015 61,005 miles
Pass 14 May 2014 57,057 miles
Pass 28 May 2013 52,947 miles
Pass 25 May 2012 47,472 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2011 40,219 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2010 34,006 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2009 31,090 miles

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

Pass 19 May 2008 26,527 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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LR05 VNO is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue 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 LR05 VNO, 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 LR05 VNO registered?

LR05 VNO is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 3 June 2005.

Is LR05 VNO safe to buy?

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