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SAG 765

2005 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 3724cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Oct 2026
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

47,878 mi
Last recorded47,878 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2025
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl52,791 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSAG 765
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,724cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 16 Oct 2025 47,878 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2024 47,782 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2023 47,717 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2022 47,613 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Aug 2021 47,358 miles

All tyres fitted over 10 years old

Pass 13 Aug 2020 47,230 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2019 46,733 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2018 46,315 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2017 45,601 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2016 45,182 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2015 44,304 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 Apr 2014 42,677 miles

Sill covers fitted

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 Apr 2013 40,815 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2012 39,087 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2011 37,058 miles

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

Pass 19 Apr 2010 34,085 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2009 30,587 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2008 25,006 miles

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

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

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

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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SAG 765 is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 3,724cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 SAG 765, 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 SAG 765 registered?

SAG 765 is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 22 April 2005.

Is SAG 765 safe to buy?

The MOT history for SAG 765 shows 18 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 SAG 765 have outstanding finance?

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