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RJ55 UWA

2005 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 3724cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Apr 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

114,472 mi
Last recorded114,472 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl52,791 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRJ55 UWA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,724cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2026 114,472 miles
Pass 1 May 2025 110,340 miles
Fail 1 May 2025 110,340 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Front Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 2 Apr 2024 110,331 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2023 110,062 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2019 109,139 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

Fail 1 Nov 2019 109,139 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

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

Pass 1 Nov 2018 103,402 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2017 100,001 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2017 100,001 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 25 Oct 2016 94,602 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2015 84,516 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2014 77,755 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2013 72,823 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 25 Oct 2013 72,823 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2012 64,476 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2011 56,930 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2011 56,928 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Rear Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 21 Oct 2010 45,180 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2009 35,712 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2008 24,299 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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RJ55 UWA is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 3,724cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 RJ55 UWA, 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 RJ55 UWA registered?

RJ55 UWA is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 27 September 2005.

Is RJ55 UWA safe to buy?

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