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YK05 ZKV

2005 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 3724cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2020
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

93,054 mi
Last recorded93,054 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2019
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl52,791 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK05 ZKV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,724cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2019 93,054 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2019 92,992 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inside edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inside edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Sep 2018 86,554 miles

Offside Front Outer tyre outer wall damaged

Pass 8 Sep 2017 84,214 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2016 79,335 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2015 74,174 miles

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

Pass 20 Mar 2014 71,151 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2013 66,639 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

brake pads low indicator lit

fuel filler flap will not stay in closed position

Pass 14 Dec 2011 57,009 miles

front brake discs pitted not a fail so pass and advise

unable to see front brake pads advise checked

Fail 13 Dec 2011 57,006 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

front brake discs pitted not a fail so pass and advise

unable to see front brake pads advise checked

Pass 24 Mar 2011 51,180 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2010 40,693 miles

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

Pass 30 Mar 2009 27,887 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2009 27,872 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 10 Apr 2008 14,074 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2008 14,001 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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YK05 ZKV is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 3,724cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 YK05 ZKV, 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 YK05 ZKV registered?

YK05 ZKV is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 16 March 2005.

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