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A2 BEL

2006 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 5980cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Oct 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

39,214 mi
Last recorded39,214 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2025
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz Sl50,657 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA2 BEL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,980cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2025 39,214 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2024 37,989 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2023 36,722 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Nov 2022 36,109 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2021 35,158 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 9 Nov 2020 34,516 miles
Pass 9 May 2019 33,184 miles
Pass 18 May 2018 30,144 miles
Pass 12 May 2017 27,405 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2016 24,459 miles
Pass 11 May 2015 21,780 miles

there is a light misting of oil from the nearside rear shock absorber hydraulic connecting pipe (union?) Recommend further investigation

Pass 15 Apr 2014 17,894 miles
Pass 14 May 2013 15,813 miles
Pass 30 May 2012 13,785 miles

deep cuts to n/s/f tyre outer sidewall ( cord not exposed )

slight oil mist around n/s/r suspension strut pipe

Pass 8 May 2012 13,691 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 3 May 2012 13,683 miles

Nearside Front Fluid suspension unit leaking (2.4.D.2)

deep cuts to n/s/f tyre outer sidewall (cord not exposed)

slight oil mist around n/s/r suspension strut pipe

Pass 17 May 2011 11,645 miles

front tyres wearing on edges

slight oil haze around pipe to n/s/r damper unit

Pass 17 May 2010 9,593 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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A2 BEL is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 5,980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 A2 BEL, 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.

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What year was A2 BEL registered?

A2 BEL is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 28 June 2006.

Is A2 BEL safe to buy?

The MOT history for A2 BEL 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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