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VK05 ZVA

2005 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 3724cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Apr 2027
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

49,079 mi
Last recorded49,079 miles
Recorded on1 May 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl52,791 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK05 ZVA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,724cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 1 May 2026 49,079 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 13 Feb 2024 46,161 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2022 46,156 miles
Pass 28 May 2018 41,190 miles
Pass 30 May 2017 39,796 miles
Pass 4 May 2016 36,624 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2014 34,779 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2013 29,721 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2012 26,901 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2011 25,478 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2010 23,252 miles

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

Pass 2 Sep 2009 20,810 miles

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

Pass 24 Jul 2008 11,376 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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VK05 ZVA is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 3,724cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 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 VK05 ZVA, 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

How do I check the history of VK05 ZVA?

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What year was VK05 ZVA registered?

VK05 ZVA is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 31 May 2005.

Is VK05 ZVA safe to buy?

The MOT history for VK05 ZVA shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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