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SN05 ZLX

2005 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 5439cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2025
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

84,472 mi
Last recorded84,472 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2024
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl52,791 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSN05 ZLX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,439cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2024 84,472 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2023

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

Pass 9 Apr 2022 78,347 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2021 76,712 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2020 76,624 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2019 73,981 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2018 71,392 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2017 66,863 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2016 61,960 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)

rear tyres wearing on inner edges

Pass 27 Mar 2015 55,718 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 28 Mar 2014 48,286 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 25 Mar 2013 43,454 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)

Pass 4 Apr 2012 42,661 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2012 42,661 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 25 May 2011 32,137 miles
Pass 19 May 2010 24,676 miles
Pass 28 May 2009 21,205 miles
Fail 15 May 2009 21,166 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nail in front tyre

advise rear tyres at 3 and 4 mm check before winter.

Pass 21 Aug 2008 18,502 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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SN05 ZLX is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 5,439cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 SN05 ZLX, 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

How do I check the history of SN05 ZLX?

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What year was SN05 ZLX registered?

SN05 ZLX is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 14 June 2005.

Is SN05 ZLX safe to buy?

The MOT history for SN05 ZLX shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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