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CU56 OTE

2006 Mercedes-benz Sl

Red Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jun 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

49,450 mi
Last recorded49,450 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2026
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz Sl50,657 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCU56 OTE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2026 49,450 miles

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

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

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

Pass 17 Jun 2025 47,425 miles

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 31 May 2024 45,222 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 2 Jun 2023 43,509 miles
Pass 23 May 2022 39,738 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2021 39,280 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2019 37,993 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2018 35,406 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2017 32,812 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2017 32,599 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2016 31,206 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2015 29,379 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2014 27,018 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Jul 2013 20,544 miles

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

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

Fail 22 Jul 2013 20,544 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 23 Jul 2012 15,963 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)

Pass 1 Aug 2011 14,432 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2011 14,432 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 17 Oct 2009 9,620 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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CU56 OTE is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Sl in Red with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 CU56 OTE, 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

How do I check the history of CU56 OTE?

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What year was CU56 OTE registered?

CU56 OTE is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 19 September 2006.

Is CU56 OTE safe to buy?

The MOT history for CU56 OTE shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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