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X8 SGP

2005 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 3724cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jun 2027
Tests26 (20 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

31,768 mi
Last recorded31,768 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl52,791 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX8 SGP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,724cc

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MOT History

20 pass 6 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2026 31,768 miles

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

Pass 20 Jun 2025 31,734 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2024 31,683 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

Fail 19 Jun 2024 31,681 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 20 Jun 2023 31,668 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2022 31,650 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2022 31,650 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 14 Jun 2021 31,612 miles
Pass 28 May 2020 31,510 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Jun 2019 31,309 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2018 31,002 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2017 30,566 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2017 30,566 miles

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

Pass 7 Jun 2016 30,189 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2015 29,461 miles

n/s/f tyre side wall cracking

Pass 21 May 2014 27,858 miles
Fail 31 May 2013 27,366 miles

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

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 31 May 2013 27,366 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 1 Jun 2012 26,528 miles

front brake pads low

Fail 31 May 2012 26,524 miles

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

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

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

front brake pads low

Pass 3 Jun 2011 24,691 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2010 21,924 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2010 21,924 miles

Front registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Rear registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 8 Apr 2009 18,919 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2008 14,941 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2007 11,745 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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X8 SGP is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 3,724cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 X8 SGP, 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 X8 SGP registered?

X8 SGP is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 21 June 2005.

Is X8 SGP safe to buy?

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