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WK55 HBU

2005 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 5439cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2019
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

80,861 mi
Last recorded80,861 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2018
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl52,791 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWK55 HBU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,439cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 13 Jun 2018 80,861 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play both (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Apr 2017 79,219 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)

engine cover fitted

under trays fitted

Pass 6 Apr 2016 78,076 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2015 77,241 miles

front brake discs in poor condition

Pass 10 Jul 2014 74,808 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2013 70,905 miles

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

Pass 22 Mar 2012 61,954 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2010 52,567 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 7 Dec 2009 43,594 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2008 32,617 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)

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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WK55 HBU is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 5,439cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 WK55 HBU, 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 WK55 HBU registered?

WK55 HBU is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 15 December 2005.

Is WK55 HBU safe to buy?

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