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RV05 NKN

2005 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Apr 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

15,076 mi
Last recorded15,076 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl52,791 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV05 NKN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2026 15,076 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2025 14,741 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2024 14,494 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2023 14,291 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2022 14,232 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2022 14,232 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 20 Apr 2021 13,931 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2020 13,769 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2019 12,965 miles

engine covers under trays fitted

Pass 14 Apr 2018 12,185 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2017 10,794 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2016 10,505 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2015 10,296 miles

both rear tyres starting to wear and slight sidewall damage to nearside rear

Pass 5 Jan 2015 9,950 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2014 9,663 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 Feb 2013 8,923 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2012 8,348 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2011 7,670 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2010 6,951 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2009 6,066 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2008 5,180 miles

unable to carry out full inspection due to undertrays 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 NKN is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 4,966cc 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 RV05 NKN, 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 RV05 NKN?

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What year was RV05 NKN registered?

RV05 NKN is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 16 March 2005.

Is RV05 NKN safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV05 NKN 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 RV05 NKN have outstanding finance?

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