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VK55 FXX

2005 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Aug 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

42,217 mi
Last recorded42,217 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl52,791 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK55 FXX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2026 42,217 miles

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated o/s and n/s (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 11 Jul 2025 40,966 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2024 40,421 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2022 38,494 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2022 38,494 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Front Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate missing (0.1 (a))

Fail 4 Apr 2022 38,369 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened heavily pitted and corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

engine covers and undertrays fitted

Pass 13 Nov 2020 37,989 miles

engine covers and undertrays fitted

Pass 24 Oct 2019 37,263 miles

engine cover and under trays fitted to vehicle

Pass 20 Oct 2018 36,500 miles

engine covers and undertrays fitted

Pass 23 Oct 2017 35,443 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2017 35,443 miles

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

Pass 25 Oct 2016 34,488 miles

Engine Management light on

front brake fluctuating, but not excessively Both Front (3.7.B.3)

Pass 21 Oct 2015 33,290 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2014 32,157 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2013 30,705 miles

All brake discs corroded.

Offside front tyre perished & cracked.

Pass 31 Oct 2012 29,860 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2011 28,895 miles

all brake discs corroded

Pass 13 Oct 2010 28,089 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2009 27,199 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2008 25,356 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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VK55 FXX is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 VK55 FXX, 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 VK55 FXX registered?

VK55 FXX is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 September 2005.

Is VK55 FXX safe to buy?

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