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SV05 KUA

2005 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 3724cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jan 2021
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

122,489 mi
Last recorded122,489 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2020
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl52,791 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSV05 KUA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,724cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2020 122,489 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2019 120,684 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2018 110,079 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)

brake pad wear indicator light on but pads good

Pass 3 Dec 2016 96,683 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 5 Dec 2015 85,482 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2014 81,934 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Dec 2013 74,071 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

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)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 18 Dec 2013 74,071 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 Dec 2012 70,841 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2012 70,841 miles

Nearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

nearside front tyre worn on inner sidewall

offside front tyre worn on inner sidewall

Pass 27 Jul 2011 62,152 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2010 49,649 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2009 41,963 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2009 41,963 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 3 Mar 2008 34,223 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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SV05 KUA is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 3,724cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 SV05 KUA, 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 SV05 KUA registered?

SV05 KUA is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 31 March 2005.

Is SV05 KUA safe to buy?

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