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X161 SOO

2005 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 3724cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jan 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

31,253 mi
Last recorded31,253 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2025
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl52,791 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX161 SOO
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,724cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2025 31,253 miles

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

Pass 17 Dec 2024 29,814 miles

undertrays fitted

Pass 2 Jan 2024 27,842 miles

undertrays fitted

Pass 20 Dec 2022 27,004 miles

undertrays fitted

Pass 30 Dec 2021 25,443 miles

undertrays fitted

Pass 4 Jan 2021 23,688 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

engine cover fitted

undertrays fitted

Pass 2 Jan 2020 22,587 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

undertrays fitted

Pass 4 Jan 2019 20,827 miles

engine cover fitted

undertrays fitted

Pass 4 Jan 2018 18,333 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2016 16,827 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2015 15,999 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2014 14,192 miles

steering lock if fitted not working.

Pass 24 Sep 2013 12,545 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2012 10,551 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 4 Sep 2012 10,551 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2011 8,902 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2010 7,863 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2009 6,474 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2008 3,465 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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X161 SOO is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 3,724cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 X161 SOO, 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 X161 SOO registered?

X161 SOO is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 24 November 2005.

Is X161 SOO safe to buy?

The MOT history for X161 SOO shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does X161 SOO have outstanding finance?

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