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LS05 KGV

2005 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 3724cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 May 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

32,060 mi
Last recorded32,060 miles
Recorded on15 May 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl52,791 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS05 KGV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,724cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 May 2026 32,060 miles

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

Fail 14 May 2026 32,058 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 12 May 2025 29,625 miles
Fail 12 May 2025 29,625 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 24 Jul 2024 27,673 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2023 25,080 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2022 21,917 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2021 17,634 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2020 15,945 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2019 11,881 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2017 10,681 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2016 10,148 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2015 6,457 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2013 6,350 miles

both front tyres are in poor condition

Pass 9 Oct 2012 4,745 miles

both rear tyres are in poor condition

Pass 14 Jun 2011 4,516 miles

both rear tyres are in poor condition

Pass 9 Jun 2010 4,164 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2010 4,164 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Jun 2008 3,623 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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LS05 KGV is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 3,724cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 LS05 KGV, 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 LS05 KGV registered?

LS05 KGV is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 3 June 2005.

Is LS05 KGV safe to buy?

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