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PX05 HXK

2005 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2023
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

54,778 mi
Last recorded54,778 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2022
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl52,791 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPX05 HXK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2022 54,778 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2021 53,699 miles

Hydraulic leak, but not excessive fluid on nearside inner engine bay near suspension reservoir.. fluid on underside under tray. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Nov 2020 48,587 miles
Pass 30 May 2019 37,506 miles
Fail 29 May 2019 37,506 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 May 2018 37,170 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2017 33,793 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2016 29,658 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2015 27,182 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 May 2013 19,753 miles
Pass 24 May 2012 18,528 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2011 17,227 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2010 15,426 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 24 Sep 2009 11,742 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2008 9,103 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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PX05 HXK is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 PX05 HXK, 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 PX05 HXK registered?

PX05 HXK is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 26 July 2005.

Is PX05 HXK safe to buy?

The MOT history for PX05 HXK shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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