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SF05 YWX

2005 Mercedes-benz Sl

Red Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Mar 2027
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

46,688 mi
Last recorded46,688 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl52,791 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSF05 YWX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 20 Mar 2026 46,688 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2025 45,607 miles

engine covers under trays fitted

Pass 21 Mar 2024 44,809 miles

engine covers under trays fitted

Pass 14 Mar 2023 44,017 miles

engine covers under trays fitted

Pass 24 Mar 2022 42,973 miles

engine covers under trays fitted

Pass 22 Mar 2021 41,241 miles

engine covers under trays fitted

Pass 24 Mar 2020 40,301 miles

engine covers under trays fitted

Pass 25 Mar 2019 38,233 miles

engine covers and under trays fitted obscuring view

Pass 29 Mar 2018 34,416 miles

engine covers under trays fitted

Pass 31 May 2017 32,522 miles

Nearside Rear tyre worn on inner edge

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 17 Oct 2015 32,279 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2014 31,393 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2013 27,918 miles
Pass 8 May 2012 26,591 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2011 18,327 miles
Pass 5 May 2010 15,285 miles
Pass 14 May 2009 8,875 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2008 8,032 miles

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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SF05 YWX is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl in Red with a 4,966cc 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 SF05 YWX, 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 SF05 YWX registered?

SF05 YWX is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 23 May 2005.

Is SF05 YWX safe to buy?

The MOT history for SF05 YWX 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 SF05 YWX have outstanding finance?

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