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N44 AEB

2005 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Feb 2023
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

116,739 mi
Last recorded116,739 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2022
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl52,791 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN44 AEB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2022 116,739 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 5 Feb 2021 113,803 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Undertrays fitted

Pass 18 Feb 2020 110,802 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2019 109,371 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2019 109,331 miles

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 10 Nov 2017 108,159 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 17 Nov 2016 105,633 miles

nearside rear jacking point missiong

undertrays fitted

Pass 6 Nov 2015 103,082 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2014 99,317 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 Oct 2013 92,774 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 23 Oct 2013 92,774 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 23 Nov 2012 78,989 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 23 Nov 2012 78,989 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2011 69,091 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2010 58,391 miles

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

Pass 8 Dec 2009 45,389 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2008 30,894 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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N44 AEB is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 N44 AEB, 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 N44 AEB registered?

N44 AEB is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 7 December 2005.

Is N44 AEB safe to buy?

The MOT history for N44 AEB shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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