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T55 GPW

2005 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 3724cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Apr 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

139,515 mi
Last recorded139,515 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2025
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl52,791 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT55 GPW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,724cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Apr 2025 139,515 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Apr 2024 136,903 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2022 132,493 miles

front brake pads 75% worn

Pass 11 Jun 2021 124,526 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2020 119,216 miles
Pass 24 May 2019 113,569 miles

Steering lock not functioning (7.3 (a))

Pass 11 Apr 2018 112,617 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2017 97,163 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2016 93,111 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2015 83,464 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2014 82,796 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 Apr 2014 82,796 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2013 73,909 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2012 70,410 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2011 61,251 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2011 59,850 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2010 47,196 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2009 34,814 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 11 Jun 2008 19,754 miles

Advise nsf & osf tyres slightly cracked in tread areas may need attention at a later date no cords or plys noted

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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T55 GPW is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 3,724cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 T55 GPW, 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.

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What year was T55 GPW registered?

T55 GPW is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 22 June 2005.

Is T55 GPW safe to buy?

The MOT history for T55 GPW shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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