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RU55 RKH

2005 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 3724cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Sep 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

66,098 mi
Last recorded66,098 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl52,791 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRU55 RKH
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,724cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2026 66,098 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2025 65,832 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2024 65,627 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2023 65,599 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2022 65,239 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2021 64,813 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2020 64,288 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2019 62,649 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2018 60,143 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2017 58,057 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2016 56,411 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2015 55,354 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2014 52,200 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2013 54,329 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2012 53,188 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2011 50,837 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2010 50,416 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2010 50,416 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 28 Aug 2009 44,778 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2009 42,537 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2008 34,351 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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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RU55 RKH 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 95.2%.

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 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 RU55 RKH, 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

How do I check the history of RU55 RKH?

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What year was RU55 RKH registered?

RU55 RKH is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 21 October 2005.

Is RU55 RKH safe to buy?

The MOT history for RU55 RKH shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RU55 RKH have outstanding finance?

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