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RK05 ELO

2005 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 3724cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jun 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

100,969 mi
Last recorded100,969 miles
Recorded on29 May 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl52,791 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRK05 ELO
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,724cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 May 2026 100,969 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2025 99,541 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2025 99,539 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Pass 16 Aug 2021 99,405 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2020 99,123 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2020 99,123 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 12 Aug 2019 98,519 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 7 Aug 2018 87,834 miles

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

Pass 14 Jul 2017 79,680 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2016 73,031 miles
Pass 26 May 2015 64,864 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2014 57,603 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2014 57,603 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 15 Aug 2013 49,211 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

slight damage to n/s/f tyre wall

Pass 16 Aug 2012 40,960 miles

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

slight damage to n/s/f tyre wall

Pass 9 Jun 2011 35,616 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2010 30,060 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 11 Jun 2009 23,520 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2008 18,745 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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RK05 ELO is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 3,724cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 RK05 ELO, 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 RK05 ELO registered?

RK05 ELO is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 14 July 2005.

Is RK05 ELO safe to buy?

The MOT history for RK05 ELO shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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