CarVerify

Free Car Check

SO54 GVC

2005 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 5439cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2019
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

119,717 mi
Last recorded119,717 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2018
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl52,791 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Mercedes-benz
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £14.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationSO54 GVC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,439cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2018 119,717 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2018 119,717 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 19 Jun 2018 118,894 miles

Front offside and nearside tyres worn smooth on inner edges

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge offside and nearside also worn smooth on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Jun 2017 118,070 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3.0mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear offside and nearside tyres are worn smooth on inner edges

Pass 21 Jan 2016 112,803 miles

Offside under tray loose

heater vent drain blocked

Pass 1 Oct 2014 108,031 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 4 Oct 2013 105,629 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2012 94,067 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 3 Oct 2011 76,105 miles

nearside front air suspention leg, bottom mounting joint has small amount of play

Pass 11 Oct 2010 55,105 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)

advised under vehicle inspection due to plastic covers fitted some components not seen

Pass 29 Sep 2009 36,952 miles

n/s/r tyre close to wear indicator.

Pass 15 Oct 2008 24,696 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
Full Mercedes-benz Sl reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

SO54 GVC is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 5,439cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 SO54 GVC, 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 SO54 GVC?

You can check the full history of SO54 GVC by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was SO54 GVC registered?

SO54 GVC is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 13 January 2005.

Is SO54 GVC safe to buy?

The MOT history for SO54 GVC shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SO54 GVC have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on SO54 GVC. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.