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SL05 JEN

2005 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jul 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

73,315 mi
Last recorded73,315 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl52,791 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL05 JEN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2026 73,315 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 21 Jul 2026 73,295 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Apr 2025 72,801 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2024 72,104 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2023 71,125 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2022 70,235 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2021 66,662 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2021 66,662 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 2 Jul 2020 63,214 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2019 62,145 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2018 60,647 miles

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

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Side repeater insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

covers fitted covering components

Pass 25 Jul 2017 57,639 miles

both offside front and nearside rear tyres have cuts on sidewall, no cords exposed

engine covers and undertrays fitted covering components

slight corrosion at both front inner arches around suspension

slight corrosion at both front inner arches around suspension

Pass 23 Jul 2016 54,068 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

engine covers and undertrays fitted

nearside indicator lens slightly damaged

Pass 28 Jul 2015 49,901 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nearside front wiper slightly smearing

nearside side repeater slightly damaged

Fail 28 Jul 2015 49,901 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nearside front wiper slightly smearing

nearside side repeater slightly damaged

Pass 21 Jul 2014 45,736 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nearside indicator side repeater lens slightly damaged

nearside rear tyre slightly perishing

wslight oil leak

Pass 30 May 2013 41,177 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2012 36,027 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2011 31,449 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2009 24,433 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2009 24,433 miles

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

Pass 11 Jun 2008 16,218 miles

Nearside Front 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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SL05 JEN is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 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 SL05 JEN, 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 SL05 JEN registered?

SL05 JEN is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 27 May 2005.

Is SL05 JEN safe to buy?

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