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NK05 XEN

2005 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 3724cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Feb 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

66,444 mi
Last recorded66,444 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl52,791 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNK05 XEN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,724cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2026 66,444 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2025 62,510 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2024 60,299 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 10 Jan 2023 60,045 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Dec 2021 59,915 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2020 58,875 miles

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

Pass 17 Dec 2019 58,490 miles

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

Pass 13 Dec 2018 58,066 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Cut to side wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 1 Dec 2017 56,427 miles

Offside Front tyre has a split but not excessive.

Pass 9 Dec 2016 54,523 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit side wall cut (4.1.E.1)

Pass 18 Dec 2015 51,315 miles

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn linkage Ball joint (2.7.4)

Offside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn shock absorber pivot Ball joint (2.7.4)

Fail 18 Dec 2015 51,315 miles

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn linkage Ball joint (2.7.4)

Offside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn shock absorber pivot Ball joint (2.7.4)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 5 Dec 2014 48,075 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

minor split in offside front sidewall

Pass 12 Dec 2013 46,222 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

offside front tyre has a small split in outer sidewall, does not reach cords

Pass 17 Dec 2012 44,361 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 14 Dec 2012 44,361 miles

Offside Front coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 Dec 2011 42,874 miles

Centre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 30 Dec 2010 41,701 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2009 40,577 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2008 37,800 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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NK05 XEN is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black 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 NK05 XEN, 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 NK05 XEN registered?

NK05 XEN is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 20 June 2005.

Is NK05 XEN safe to buy?

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