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P8 JGF

2005 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 5439cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Apr 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

61,115 mi
Last recorded61,115 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl52,791 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP8 JGF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,439cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2026 61,115 miles

Front number plate slightly damaged

Pass 2 Apr 2025 60,933 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2024 59,469 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2023 58,341 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2023 58,341 miles

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

Pass 9 Mar 2022 57,993 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2021 57,826 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Feb 2020 57,753 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2018 55,754 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2017 55,467 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2016 54,489 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2015 53,361 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2014 51,987 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2013 51,087 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2012 48,918 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2011 44,529 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2011 44,440 miles

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

Pass 5 Mar 2010 34,455 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2008 24,225 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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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P8 JGF is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 5,439cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 P8 JGF, 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 P8 JGF registered?

P8 JGF is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 25 October 2005.

Is P8 JGF safe to buy?

The MOT history for P8 JGF shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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