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WV55 NZG

2005 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 3724cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jul 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

75,826 mi
Last recorded75,826 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2025
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl52,791 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWV55 NZG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,724cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2025 75,826 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2021 75,238 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2020 71,820 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2018 64,924 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2018 64,923 miles

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

Pass 12 Oct 2017 58,539 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2017 58,539 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 26 Oct 2016 54,659 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2015 52,040 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2014 47,539 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2013 43,217 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2012 42,636 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2011 41,856 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2010 36,363 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

Fail 3 Dec 2010 36,363 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

Pass 2 Dec 2009 15,439 miles
Pass 26 May 2009 13,284 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 22 Jul 2008 8,065 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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WV55 NZG is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 3,724cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 WV55 NZG, 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

How do I check the history of WV55 NZG?

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What year was WV55 NZG registered?

WV55 NZG is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 20 September 2005.

Is WV55 NZG safe to buy?

The MOT history for WV55 NZG shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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