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SIB 6401

2005 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2023
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

38,340 mi
Last recorded38,340 miles
Recorded on19 Oct 2022
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl52,791 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSIB 6401
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Oct 2022 38,340 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2021 38,118 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2020 37,738 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2019 37,492 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2018 37,008 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2017 36,051 miles

both front brake disc plates slightly corroded on the inside

Pass 6 Oct 2016 35,357 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2015 33,262 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2014 31,246 miles

both front tyres close too limit

Pass 15 Oct 2013 28,085 miles

both front tyres getting close to the limit

Pass 26 Oct 2012 25,757 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2011 23,086 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2011 23,086 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 26 Oct 2010 20,745 miles

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

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

front brake discs wearing

Pass 21 Oct 2009 18,602 miles

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

Pass 31 Oct 2008 14,843 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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SIB 6401 is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 SIB 6401, 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 SIB 6401 registered?

SIB 6401 is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 2 September 2005.

Is SIB 6401 safe to buy?

The MOT history for SIB 6401 shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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