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C5 SEC

2006 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Sep 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

32,007 mi
Last recorded32,007 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2026
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz Sl50,657 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC5 SEC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Sep 2026 32,007 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2025 31,407 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2024 30,814 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2023 30,076 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2022 29,662 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2020 29,458 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2019 28,266 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2018 26,316 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2017 25,708 miles
Pass 7 May 2016 24,512 miles

engine cover fitted

under covers fitted

Pass 22 Apr 2015 22,936 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 Apr 2014 21,114 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 May 2013 19,652 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 2 May 2013 19,650 miles

Nearside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Offside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 May 2012 17,873 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Feb 2011 11,479 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2010 6,056 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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C5 SEC is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 C5 SEC, 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 C5 SEC registered?

C5 SEC is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 24 October 2006.

Is C5 SEC safe to buy?

The MOT history for C5 SEC shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does C5 SEC have outstanding finance?

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