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R23 RML

2005 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 3724cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Apr 2027
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

111,822 mi
Last recorded111,822 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl52,791 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR23 RML
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,724cc

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MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2026 111,822 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2025 111,786 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2024 111,785 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2023 111,601 miles
Pass 4 May 2022 109,698 miles

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

Fail 4 May 2022 109,698 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Position lamp missing (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 31 May 2021 108,325 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2020 108,266 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2020 108,254 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Feb 2019 107,971 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2018 107,843 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2017 107,411 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2016 106,914 miles
Pass 15 May 2015 106,041 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2014 101,447 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2013 94,214 miles
Pass 14 May 2013 92,285 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2012 85,849 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2012 85,845 miles

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

Nearside Inner Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 Aug 2011 74,245 miles

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

Fail 4 Aug 2011 74,245 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 16 Aug 2010 64,827 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2009 53,423 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2008 42,828 miles

Rear registration plate faded (6.3.1d)

Pass 17 Sep 2008 42,828 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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R23 RML is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 3,724cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 R23 RML, 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 R23 RML registered?

R23 RML is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 19 September 2005.

Is R23 RML safe to buy?

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