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TAG 123

2005 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Oct 2026
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

159,290 mi
Last recorded159,290 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2025
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl52,791 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTAG 123
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 28 Oct 2025 159,290 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Oct 2024 152,644 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Aug 2023 147,910 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Aug 2022 140,302 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Getting Low on Tread

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Aug 2021 133,564 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Oct 2020 128,045 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2019 121,424 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2018 112,851 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2017 104,656 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2016 97,414 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2015 89,351 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2014 80,562 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2013 72,561 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 31 Aug 2012 63,531 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2011 54,091 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2010 44,208 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2009 33,064 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2008 25,611 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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TAG 123 is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 TAG 123, 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 TAG 123 registered?

TAG 123 is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 September 2005.

Is TAG 123 safe to buy?

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