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BU06 ZZF

2006 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 3724cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2019
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

88,154 mi
Last recorded88,154 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2018
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz Sl50,657 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU06 ZZF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,724cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2018 88,154 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2017 85,095 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2017 85,092 miles

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

Pass 21 Jul 2016 81,760 miles

Both rear tyres are only just legal

Pass 7 Apr 2015 78,180 miles

Both front tyres wearing low on inside edges

Pass 4 Apr 2014 75,537 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2013 71,968 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2013 71,939 miles

Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 30 Mar 2012 68,659 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2011 64,836 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 29 Mar 2010 60,727 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2009 56,666 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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BU06 ZZF is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 3,724cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 BU06 ZZF, 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 BU06 ZZF registered?

BU06 ZZF is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 8 March 2006.

Is BU06 ZZF safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU06 ZZF shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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