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V8 CNG

2005 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Sep 2025
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

111,188 mi
Last recorded111,188 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2024
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl52,791 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV8 CNG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2024 111,188 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 1 Mar 2023 110,270 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2021 108,681 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2020 107,248 miles

Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Both (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 5 Jan 2019 104,628 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2017 103,070 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2017 103,070 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 8 Jul 2016 99,174 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2015 94,483 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2014 87,616 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2013 80,339 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2012 75,073 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2011 72,539 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2010 55,588 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2008 12,675 miles

Both front tyre treads on legal limit.

Both rear tyres worn on inner edges.

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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V8 CNG is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 V8 CNG, 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 V8 CNG registered?

V8 CNG is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 January 2005.

Is V8 CNG safe to buy?

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