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SL55 RJC

2005 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 5439cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Nov 2026
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

28,568 mi
Last recorded28,568 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2025
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl52,791 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL55 RJC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,439cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 27 Oct 2025 28,568 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2024 28,301 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2023 27,954 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2022 27,776 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2021 27,416 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2020 27,051 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2019 26,676 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2018 24,598 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Jul 2017 24,353 miles

Front heavy corrosion on inside of front discs

Pass 13 Nov 2014 22,892 miles

heavy corrosion on inside of front discs

Pass 29 Nov 2013 21,860 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2012 21,227 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2011 20,137 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2010 17,952 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2009 15,533 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2008 11,528 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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SL55 RJC is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 5,439cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 SL55 RJC, 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 SL55 RJC registered?

SL55 RJC is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 28 November 2005.

Is SL55 RJC safe to buy?

The MOT history for SL55 RJC shows 16 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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