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P88 NSB

2005 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Oct 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

45,163 mi
Last recorded45,163 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2025
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl52,791 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP88 NSB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2025 45,163 miles

o/s/f lower ball joint dust cover ,slightly deteriorated

Pass 23 Oct 2024 41,310 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 22 Oct 2024 41,308 miles

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

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Oct 2023 36,892 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2022 31,710 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2021 30,790 miles
Pass 22 May 2020 27,943 miles
Pass 28 May 2019 27,221 miles
Pass 15 May 2018 26,349 miles
Pass 11 May 2017 25,631 miles
Pass 10 May 2016 24,490 miles

Undershields fitted restricting inspection of vehicle

Pass 14 May 2015 24,014 miles
Pass 15 May 2014 22,705 miles

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

Pass 11 May 2013 20,826 miles

Offside front tyre wearing on inner edge

Offside rear tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 23 May 2012 20,382 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both rear tyres worn on inner edges

offside front tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 18 May 2011 18,607 miles
Pass 8 May 2010 15,614 miles
Pass 13 May 2009 12,755 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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P88 NSB is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 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 P88 NSB, 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 P88 NSB registered?

P88 NSB is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 14 June 2005.

Is P88 NSB safe to buy?

The MOT history for P88 NSB shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does P88 NSB have outstanding finance?

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