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AY55 MKZ

2006 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 3724cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jul 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

107,067 mi
Last recorded107,067 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2026
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz Sl50,657 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY55 MKZ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,724cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2026 107,067 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2025 106,863 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2024 99,167 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2023 92,456 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))

covers over rear brake pipes

Pass 19 Jul 2022 87,998 miles

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

Pass 19 Jul 2021 82,732 miles

undertrays and sill covers fitted restricting inspection

Fail 6 Jul 2021 82,590 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

undertrays and sill covers fitted restricting inspection

Pass 17 Jul 2020 78,252 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Jun 2019 74,391 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Jun 2018 69,288 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2017 64,678 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2016 60,086 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2015 54,626 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2015 54,623 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 23 Jun 2014 47,832 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2013 43,132 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

all 4 tyre treads perished

rear tyre treads getting low

Pass 8 Aug 2012 32,711 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2011 27,054 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 28 Sep 2011 27,054 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2010 19,182 miles

o/s/r tyre 2.5mm in centre

Pass 7 Oct 2009 8,716 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2009 7,386 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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AY55 MKZ is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 3,724cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 AY55 MKZ, 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 AY55 MKZ registered?

AY55 MKZ is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 27 January 2006.

Is AY55 MKZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AY55 MKZ shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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