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8 RDG

2006 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 5439cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Aug 2026
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

61,644 mi
Last recorded61,644 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2025
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz Sl50,657 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration8 RDG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,439cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 29 Aug 2025 61,644 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2023 61,149 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 1 Jul 2022 59,303 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2021 56,890 miles
Pass 4 May 2020 55,264 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2018 50,347 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2017 47,444 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2016 44,375 miles
Pass 16 May 2015 40,303 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2014 38,886 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2013 34,907 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2011 26,805 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2010 18,919 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2009 7,905 miles

engine & body under tray fitted

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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8 RDG is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 5,439cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 8 RDG, 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

How do I check the history of 8 RDG?

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What year was 8 RDG registered?

8 RDG is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 8 September 2006.

Is 8 RDG safe to buy?

The MOT history for 8 RDG shows 14 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does 8 RDG have outstanding finance?

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