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WG05 KLE

2005 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 3724cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Sep 2027
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

105,715 mi
Last recorded105,715 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl52,791 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWG05 KLE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,724cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2026 105,715 miles

Front Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 10 Sep 2026 105,677 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Front Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Aug 2025 101,466 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

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

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

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

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

Power steering pump noisy

Pass 13 Aug 2024 101,095 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 14 Aug 2023 100,512 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Mirror glass deteriorating

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

Fail 8 Aug 2023 100,510 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Mirror glass deteriorating

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

Pass 18 Aug 2022 99,713 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2022 99,710 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively twisted Onto inner rim. (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively twisted Onto suspension arm (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Fail 1 Aug 2022 99,699 miles

Offside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick Metal on metal. (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Covers fitted unable to test some testable items.

Fluid leak, but not excessive Power steering, (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Power steering noisy,,, level low,

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 30 Jul 2021 99,220 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Aug 2020 98,142 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2019 97,480 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2018 96,034 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2017 94,702 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2016 93,132 miles

Nearside Front jacking pad missing

under trays fitted obscuring testable items

Pass 14 Aug 2015 89,386 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2014 87,409 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2013 77,499 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 26 Jul 2013 77,499 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2012 69,255 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2011 61,905 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2010 54,205 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2009 44,055 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 20 Dec 2008 39,890 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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WG05 KLE is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 3,724cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 WG05 KLE, 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 WG05 KLE registered?

WG05 KLE is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 15 July 2005.

Is WG05 KLE safe to buy?

The MOT history for WG05 KLE shows 24 tests with a 79.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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