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V8 WNJ

2005 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Aug 2025
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

98,859 mi
Last recorded98,859 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2024
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl52,791 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV8 WNJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2024 98,859 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2023 98,797 miles
Pass 9 May 2022 98,413 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 14 Jun 2021 97,710 miles

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

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both front tyres starting to perish. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection of vehicle.

Fail 14 Jun 2021 97,710 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

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

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both front tyres starting to perish. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection of vehicle.

Pass 15 Jun 2020 96,965 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 22 May 2019 95,372 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2018 91,872 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2017 84,725 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2016 79,221 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2015 74,957 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2014 70,170 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2013 64,642 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2012 57,571 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2011 49,450 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 25 May 2010 44,242 miles
Fail 25 May 2010 44,238 miles

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 18 Mar 2010 44,124 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2009 36,294 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2008 30,752 miles

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

Fail 14 Apr 2008 30,752 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

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 WNJ is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 V8 WNJ, 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 V8 WNJ registered?

V8 WNJ is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 26 January 2005.

Is V8 WNJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for V8 WNJ shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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