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CP55 AMG

2006 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 5439cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 May 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

88,308 mi
Last recorded88,308 miles
Recorded on6 May 2026
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz Sl50,657 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCP55 AMG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,439cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 May 2026 88,308 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 14 May 2025 85,562 miles

BODY DAMAGE

Pass 5 Apr 2024 80,305 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2023 74,321 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2022 72,144 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 20 Jan 2021 68,216 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2020 65,778 miles

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Fail 14 Jan 2020 65,733 miles

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

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Jan 2019 62,278 miles

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

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

under trays fitted preventing full inspection of rigid brake pipes

Pass 2 May 2017 56,207 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2016 51,962 miles

engine mangement lamp on dash

Pass 9 Jun 2014 47,661 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2013 41,577 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nearside and offside rear tyres wearing slightly on inside edge

Pass 5 Dec 2011 34,190 miles

all brake pads getting low

both rear tyres wearing inner edge

front number plate cracked

n/s/f tyre getting low

Pass 22 Dec 2009 20,937 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)

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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CP55 AMG is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 5,439cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 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 CP55 AMG, 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 CP55 AMG registered?

CP55 AMG is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 15 November 2006.

Is CP55 AMG safe to buy?

The MOT history for CP55 AMG shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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