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85 WR

2006 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 5461cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Oct 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

28,206 mi
Last recorded28,206 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2025
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz Sl50,657 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration85 WR
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,461cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2025 28,206 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2024 27,388 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2023 26,671 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2022 25,975 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2021 25,584 miles
Pass 18 May 2020 24,543 miles
Pass 2 May 2019 23,925 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 22 May 2018 23,302 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2017 22,197 miles

Dust covers on rear springs split

Pass 8 Aug 2016 21,331 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2015 19,986 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2015 19,977 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 30 May 2014 18,332 miles
Fail 29 May 2014 18,332 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 8 May 2013 17,661 miles

osf tyre worn inner edge

Pass 23 Apr 2012 16,535 miles
Pass 11 May 2011 15,723 miles
Pass 6 May 2010 13,138 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 30 Apr 2010 13,136 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 6 Jul 2009 12,058 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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85 WR is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 5,461cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 2006 Mercedes-benz Sl models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.0% with a typical mileage of 50,657 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 85 WR, 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 85 WR registered?

85 WR is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 26 July 2006.

Is 85 WR safe to buy?

The MOT history for 85 WR shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does 85 WR have outstanding finance?

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