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YB55 UVU

2005 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 3724cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Jul 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

24,908 mi
Last recorded24,908 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl52,791 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYB55 UVU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,724cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2026 24,908 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2025 24,759 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Jun 2024 24,442 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2023 24,021 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2022 23,590 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2021 23,442 miles
Pass 16 May 2019 22,833 miles
Pass 5 May 2018 22,297 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2017 22,058 miles
Pass 10 May 2016 21,775 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2015 21,508 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2014 21,319 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2013 20,794 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2013 20,791 miles

Steering lock fails to engage (2.1.4b)

Oil leak

Fail 19 Sep 2012 20,092 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 19 Sep 2012 20,092 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2011 16,798 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2010 14,817 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 30 Nov 2009 12,692 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2008 10,475 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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YB55 UVU is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 3,724cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 YB55 UVU, 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 YB55 UVU registered?

YB55 UVU is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 16 December 2005.

Is YB55 UVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for YB55 UVU shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YB55 UVU have outstanding finance?

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