2005 Mercedes-Benz SL 3.7L Petrol · BN55 VBZ
2005 Mercedes-Benz SL (3.7L, petrol). First registered 09 Sept 2005. Recorded mileage 69,044 miles. MOT valid until 26 May 2027.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ SL
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Birmingham
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 26 May 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 69,044 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 3.7L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
BN55 VBZ Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 28/05/2026
- 69,044 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (2 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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BN55 VBZ Mileage History
- 11/10/202266,265 mi
- 09/11/202366,814 mi+549 mi
- 11/04/202567,429 mi+615 mi
- 28/05/202669,044 mi+1,615 mi
Average of roughly 766 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.
BN55 VBZ MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2005 Mercedes-Benz Sl (BN55 VBZ) between October 2022 and May 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 3 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (2 issues), Tyres (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 3 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
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