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SK55 SJV

2005 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 3724cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Mar 2027
Tests28 (18 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

107,450 mi
Last recorded107,450 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl52,791 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSK55 SJV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,724cc

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MOT History

18 pass 10 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2026 107,450 miles

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

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

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

Pass 19 Mar 2025 95,081 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2024 93,780 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2024 93,776 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Mar 2023 85,412 miles

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

Pass 4 Mar 2022 81,811 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 3 Mar 2022 81,811 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 8 Mar 2021 80,895 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 5 Mar 2021 80,895 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 12 Mar 2020 77,401 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2020 77,397 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded in arch (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 1 Mar 2019 71,469 miles

engine cover and undertrays fitted

Fail 28 Feb 2019 71,469 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

engine cover and undertrays fitted

Pass 13 Feb 2018 62,397 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2017 53,579 miles

Rear Oil leak of engine. ()

oil level not checked.

plastic covers and under trays not allowing full inspection.

Fail 21 Feb 2017 53,579 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Rear Oil leak of engine. ()

oil level not checked.

plastic covers and under trays not allowing full inspection.

Pass 1 Mar 2016 50,003 miles

Nearside Front tyre badly worn on outer and inner edge,s

Offside Front tyre badly worn on outer and inner edge,s.

oil leak from both cam covers.

plastic under trays not allowing full inspection.

Pass 6 Mar 2015 46,036 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 27 Feb 2015 45,980 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 4 Mar 2014 42,134 miles

engine oil leaks near side

n/s/r tyre worn to wear bands

o/s/r tyre worn to legal limit

Fail 4 Mar 2014 42,134 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

engine oil leaks near side

n/s/r tyre worn to wear bands

o/s/r tyre worn to legal limit

Fail 19 Nov 2012 37,504 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring not correctly located (2.4.C.2)

Pass 19 Nov 2012 37,504 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2011 34,387 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2010 30,338 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2009 22,598 miles

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

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

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

Pass 5 Nov 2009 22,598 miles

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

Pass 28 Aug 2008 17,093 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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SK55 SJV is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 3,724cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 SK55 SJV, 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 SK55 SJV registered?

SK55 SJV is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 2 September 2005.

Is SK55 SJV safe to buy?

The MOT history for SK55 SJV shows 28 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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