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SO55 APZ

2005 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 3724cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Aug 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

62,483 mi
Last recorded62,483 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl52,791 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSO55 APZ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,724cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2026 62,483 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2025 58,812 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2025 54,143 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Jan 2024 46,864 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2023 46,718 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2021 46,503 miles

engine covers fitted

sill covers fitted

under trays fitted

Pass 25 Nov 2020 45,863 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2019 44,425 miles

sill covers fitted

under trays fitted

Pass 22 Nov 2018 43,486 miles

sill covers fitted

under trays fitted

Pass 17 Nov 2017 42,678 miles

sill covers fitted

under trays fitted

Pass 7 Nov 2016 39,457 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2015 36,733 miles

undertrays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 Oct 2014 33,890 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 27 Oct 2014 33,890 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 28 Oct 2013 31,132 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Oct 2013 31,132 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 Oct 2012 28,416 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2011 26,253 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2010 24,845 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2009 21,179 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2008 16,309 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)

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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SO55 APZ is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 3,724cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 SO55 APZ, 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 SO55 APZ registered?

SO55 APZ is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 28 October 2005.

Is SO55 APZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SO55 APZ shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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