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EA06 XUJ

2006 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 May 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

63,688 mi
Last recorded63,688 miles
Recorded on29 May 2026
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz Sl50,657 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEA06 XUJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 May 2026 63,688 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 30 May 2025 62,848 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2024 62,630 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2024 62,629 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Apr 2023 61,351 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2021 53,300 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2020 50,211 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2019 43,081 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2018 36,984 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2017 33,929 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2016 32,282 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2015 30,162 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 3 Oct 2014 28,191 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2013 25,737 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2012 23,645 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2011 19,080 miles
Pass 25 May 2010 16,418 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2009 12,644 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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EA06 XUJ is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 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 EA06 XUJ, 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 EA06 XUJ registered?

EA06 XUJ is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 4 May 2006.

Is EA06 XUJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for EA06 XUJ shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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