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RV05 FCX

2005 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Apr 2027
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

73,427 mi
Last recorded73,427 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl52,791 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV05 FCX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 31 Mar 2026 73,427 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre also perished (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Apr 2025 71,360 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2024 70,547 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2023 68,516 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2022 67,332 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2021 63,618 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2020 59,212 miles

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

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

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

Pass 11 Mar 2019 52,025 miles

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

Pass 1 Mar 2018 43,084 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2017 37,207 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2016 27,280 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2015 22,806 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2014 19,441 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2013 17,193 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2012 14,466 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2011 11,378 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2010 8,749 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2010 8,665 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2009 7,724 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2008 6,416 miles

unable to carry out full test due to sill covers and undertrays

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 FCX is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 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 FCX, 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 FCX registered?

RV05 FCX is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 11 March 2005.

Is RV05 FCX safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV05 FCX shows 20 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RV05 FCX have outstanding finance?

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