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WK55 HDC

2005 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 3724cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 May 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

90,053 mi
Last recorded90,053 miles
Recorded on13 May 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl52,791 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWK55 HDC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,724cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 May 2026 90,053 miles

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

Fail 13 May 2026 90,053 miles

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

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

Pass 12 May 2025 89,358 miles
Pass 14 May 2024 89,154 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2022 89,130 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2020 89,107 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2019 89,049 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2018 88,159 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2017 86,113 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2016 84,069 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2015 79,089 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2014 74,735 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2013 65,350 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2012 53,864 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2011 45,532 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2011 45,532 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear discs are slightly corroded

Pass 13 Oct 2010 38,199 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

undertrays fitted.

Pass 13 Oct 2009 31,100 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2008 23,724 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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WK55 HDC is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 3,724cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 HDC, 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.

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What year was WK55 HDC registered?

WK55 HDC is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 23 September 2005.

Is WK55 HDC safe to buy?

The MOT history for WK55 HDC shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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