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OY05 ZNV

2005 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 3724cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Oct 2026
Tests25 (17 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate68%

Mileage

31,471 mi
Last recorded31,471 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2025
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl52,791 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOY05 ZNV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,724cc

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MOT History

17 pass 8 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2025 31,471 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all around (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 24 Oct 2024 29,927 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2024 29,914 miles

Nearside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Offside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 27 Oct 2023 28,375 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened PITTED (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 20 Oct 2023 28,366 miles

Front Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

BRAKE PAD WARNING LIGHT ON DASH

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened WORN AND PITTED (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened PITTED (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Oct 2022 26,489 miles

Front brake discs slightly scored and corroded

Rear brake discs slightly scored and corroded

n/s/r tyre cracking and splitting on the outer part of tread, and on 3.2mm ( Strongly advise to replace ASAP )

o/s/r tyre cracking and splitting on the outer edge of tread and on 3.4mm ( Strongly advise to replace ASAP )

Fail 19 Oct 2022 26,489 miles

Front brake discs slightly scored and corroded

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear brake discs slightly scored and corroded

n/s/r tyre cracking and splitting on the outer part of tread, and on 3.2mm ( Strongly advise to replace ASAP )

o/s/r tyre cracking and splitting on the outer edge of tread and on 3.4mm ( Strongly advise to replace ASAP )

Pass 20 Oct 2021 24,594 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened PITTED (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing CRACKING 3.8MM (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing CRACKING 3.9MM (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened PITTED (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Oct 2020 24,255 miles

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 16 Oct 2020 24,255 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Oct 2019 23,355 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))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Oct 2018 22,638 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2017 21,483 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2016 20,778 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2016 20,778 miles

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

Pass 22 Oct 2015 19,951 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2014 18,781 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2013 17,182 miles

all tyres are deteriorating on sidewalls

Pass 7 Mar 2012 16,296 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2012 16,296 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 8 Mar 2011 15,241 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2011 15,241 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Fail 16 Nov 2009 13,493 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 16 Nov 2009 13,493 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2008 11,534 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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OY05 ZNV is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 3,724cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68%.

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 OY05 ZNV, 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 OY05 ZNV registered?

OY05 ZNV is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 25 May 2005.

Is OY05 ZNV safe to buy?

The MOT history for OY05 ZNV shows 25 tests with a 68% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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