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DS06 SLS

2006 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Aug 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

44,660 mi
Last recorded44,660 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2026
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz Sl50,657 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS06 SLS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Aug 2026 44,660 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 14 Aug 2026 44,649 miles

Nearside Front Suspension unit leaking (5.3.5 (c))

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 15 Aug 2025 43,692 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Jul 2024 43,089 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2023 41,078 miles

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

Pass 31 Aug 2021 40,390 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2020 37,897 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

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

Pass 30 Aug 2019

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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))

both front brake discs corroded inner surface

Pass 18 Sep 2018 36,819 miles

both front brake discs are corroded on inner braking surface

nearside front suspension strut has very slight fluid leak

Pass 18 Sep 2017 36,155 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2016 34,088 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 13 Feb 2015 31,325 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2013 27,507 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2012 24,429 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2011 22,247 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2010 19,908 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2009 16,549 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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DS06 SLS is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver 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 DS06 SLS, 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 DS06 SLS?

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What year was DS06 SLS registered?

DS06 SLS is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 20 June 2006.

Is DS06 SLS safe to buy?

The MOT history for DS06 SLS 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 DS06 SLS have outstanding finance?

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