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YM55 UWA

2005 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 5439cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Feb 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

25,442 mi
Last recorded25,442 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl52,791 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYM55 UWA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,439cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Feb 2026 25,442 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2025 24,869 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2024 23,941 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2023 22,395 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2021 20,261 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2020 18,510 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2019 18,018 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2018 16,052 miles
Pass 10 May 2016 15,895 miles
Pass 13 May 2015 15,600 miles
Pass 13 May 2014 14,965 miles
Fail 13 May 2014 14,965 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 13 May 2013 14,500 miles
Pass 15 May 2012 13,825 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 16 Mar 2011 11,552 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2010 9,108 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2009 6,970 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2008 6,056 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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YM55 UWA is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 5,439cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 YM55 UWA, 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 YM55 UWA registered?

YM55 UWA is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 September 2005.

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The MOT history for YM55 UWA shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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