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RV05 FAJ

2005 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 3724cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Mar 2024
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

110,898 mi
Last recorded110,898 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2023
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl52,791 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV05 FAJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,724cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 10 Mar 2023 110,898 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Pass 27 Jan 2017 105,322 miles

Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 10 Nov 2015 98,260 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2014 85,324 miles

front + rear pads getting low

Pass 22 Jun 2013 76,710 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2012 68,655 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2010 49,727 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2009 38,578 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

n/s/r jacking point is missing

Pass 20 Jun 2008 29,172 miles

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

sill covers fitted

undertray fitted

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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RV05 FAJ is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 3,724cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 RV05 FAJ, 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 RV05 FAJ registered?

RV05 FAJ is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 23 June 2005.

Is RV05 FAJ safe to buy?

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