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AJ56 DAD

2006 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 5461cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jun 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

24,051 mi
Last recorded24,051 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2026
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz Sl50,657 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ56 DAD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,461cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2026 24,051 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2025 24,002 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 9 Jul 2024 23,931 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2023 23,897 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2022 23,895 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2021 23,481 miles

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

Pass 30 Jul 2020 23,317 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2019 22,991 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2018 22,554 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2017 22,226 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2016 21,855 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2015 21,384 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2015 21,384 miles

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

Pass 14 Apr 2014 19,413 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2014 19,397 miles

Nearside 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 tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 12 Apr 2013 16,616 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2012 16,372 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2012 16,372 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 11 Jul 2011 15,642 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2010 14,793 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2009 11,935 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2009 11,935 miles

Nearside 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)

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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AJ56 DAD is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 5,461cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AJ56 DAD, 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 AJ56 DAD registered?

AJ56 DAD is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 29 September 2006.

Is AJ56 DAD safe to buy?

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