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VX55 UKW

2005 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jul 2022
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

109,510 mi
Last recorded109,510 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2021
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl52,791 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX55 UKW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 13 Jul 2021 109,510 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2020 109,283 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive Weep from rear differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 9 May 2019 105,163 miles
Pass 11 May 2018 100,477 miles
Pass 12 May 2017 95,462 miles

Oil weep from rear diff

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 11 May 2016 91,419 miles

Front brake discs corroded and scored on inner face

Pass 17 Apr 2015 89,099 miles

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

Pass 1 May 2014 80,992 miles
Pass 10 May 2013 71,186 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2012 62,976 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2012 59,743 miles

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

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

Pass 11 May 2011 50,136 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2010 40,548 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2009 37,035 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2008 28,871 miles

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

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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VX55 UKW is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 VX55 UKW, 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 VX55 UKW registered?

VX55 UKW is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 2 September 2005.

Is VX55 UKW safe to buy?

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