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BV06 MXL

2006 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 3724cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jan 2023
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

66,802 mi
Last recorded66,802 miles
Recorded on6 Jan 2022
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz Sl50,657 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV06 MXL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,724cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Jan 2022 66,802 miles

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

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all front arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin approx 70%worn (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

engine trims fitted

under trays fitted

Fail 5 Jan 2022 66,802 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all front arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin approx 70%worn (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

engine trims fitted

under trays fitted

Pass 29 Dec 2020 58,345 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2020 58,070 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2019 57,425 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2019 57,418 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 12 Jul 2018 55,716 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2017 54,060 miles

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

Pass 27 Jun 2016 52,631 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2015 50,610 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2014 47,941 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2014 47,941 miles

Parking brake lever defective so that it cannot be satisfactorily operated (3.1.3c)

Pass 28 Jun 2013 45,345 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2012 40,252 miles
Pass 23 May 2011 34,661 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2010 28,718 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2009 21,023 miles

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

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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BV06 MXL is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 3,724cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 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 BV06 MXL, 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 BV06 MXL registered?

BV06 MXL is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 31 March 2006.

Is BV06 MXL safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV06 MXL shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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