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405 GHW

2006 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jun 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

60,384 mi
Last recorded60,384 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2026
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz Sl50,657 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration405 GHW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2026 60,384 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2025 60,092 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2024 59,598 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2023 59,478 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2022 59,007 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2021 58,513 miles
Pass 1 May 2020 57,952 miles
Pass 1 May 2019 57,247 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2018 56,304 miles
Pass 8 May 2017 54,267 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2016 54,087 miles
Pass 5 May 2015 53,267 miles
Pass 6 May 2014 49,707 miles

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

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 24 Apr 2013 45,834 miles

Advised by Mercedes that this model is not fitted with a steering lock.

Nearside rear tyre low on tread.

Fail 24 Apr 2013 45,834 miles

Steering lock fails to engage (2.1.4b)

Nearside rear tyre low on tread.

Pass 27 Apr 2012 42,249 miles

both rear tyres wearing

Pass 26 Apr 2011 38,805 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2010 34,864 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside rear jack mount missing

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 22 Apr 2009 29,747 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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405 GHW is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

Across all 2006 Mercedes-benz Sl models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.0% with a typical mileage of 50,657 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 405 GHW, 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 20 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 405 GHW registered?

405 GHW is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 17 March 2006.

Is 405 GHW safe to buy?

The MOT history for 405 GHW shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does 405 GHW have outstanding finance?

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