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PJ55 AZX

2005 Mercedes-benz Sl

Red Petrol 3724cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2025
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

58,155 mi
Last recorded58,155 miles
Recorded on17 May 2024
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl52,791 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJ55 AZX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,724cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 May 2024 58,155 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2021 57,991 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexy hose (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Pass 7 Aug 2020 57,501 miles

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

Fail 6 Aug 2020 57,400 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 19 Dec 2019 57,294 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2019 56,996 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2017 55,753 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2016 49,242 miles
Pass 7 May 2015 44,689 miles
Pass 9 May 2014 43,147 miles

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

Pass 10 May 2013 40,576 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2011 36,474 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2010 31,604 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2010 31,604 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Oct 2009 26,766 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2008 20,398 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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PJ55 AZX is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl in Red with a 3,724cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 PJ55 AZX, 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.

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What year was PJ55 AZX registered?

PJ55 AZX is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 21 November 2005.

Is PJ55 AZX safe to buy?

The MOT history for PJ55 AZX shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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