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MM05 WBG

2005 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 3724cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jan 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

132,050 mi
Last recorded132,050 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl52,791 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMM05 WBG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,724cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2026 132,050 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2025 128,866 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2024 125,651 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Apr 2023 123,376 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Apr 2022 120,748 miles
Pass 4 May 2021 116,706 miles

Sill & Underside covers. Unable to check all prescribed areas

Pass 1 Jun 2020 115,955 miles

Sill & Underside covers fitted. Unable to check all prescribed areas

Pass 28 May 2019 112,479 miles

Underside and sill covers fitted unable to check all prescribed areas

Fail 21 May 2019 112,479 miles

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

Underside and sill covers fitted unable to check all prescribed areas

Pass 2 May 2018 105,672 miles

Underside covers fitted unable to check all prescribed areas

Pass 26 May 2017 103,020 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 26 May 2016 99,667 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2015 98,630 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2015 98,630 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 22 Jul 2013 72,568 miles

sills coverd

underbody coverd

Pass 18 Sep 2012 70,115 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2011 60,490 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2010 54,455 miles

Centre Front registration plate displaying a honeycomb or similar effect background (6.3.3)

Centre Rear registration plate displaying a honeycomb or similar effect background (6.3.3)

o/s door mirror glass discoloured

parking brake imbalance!

Pass 14 Sep 2010 54,455 miles

o/s door mirror glass discoloured

parking brake imbalance!

Pass 28 Sep 2009 45,293 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2009 45,293 miles

Front registration plate displaying a honeycomb or similar effect background (6.3.3)

Rear registration plate displaying a honeycomb or similar effect background (6.3.3)

Pass 30 Sep 2008 37,339 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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MM05 WBG is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 3,724cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 MM05 WBG, 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 MM05 WBG registered?

MM05 WBG is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 21 July 2005.

Is MM05 WBG safe to buy?

The MOT history for MM05 WBG shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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