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FG56 YVP

2006 Mercedes-benz Sl

Grey Petrol 3724cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Oct 2025
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

38,804 mi
Last recorded38,804 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2024
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz Sl50,657 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG56 YVP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,724cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2024 38,804 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2023 38,609 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2022 33,766 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2021 28,875 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2020 25,295 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2019 22,948 miles
Pass 23 May 2018 21,881 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2017 21,182 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 Oct 2015 19,188 miles

Rear tyre tread getting low, 3mm now

Pass 29 Sep 2014 17,876 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2013 16,552 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Sep 2012 12,067 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2012 12,067 miles

Front registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Pass 9 Sep 2011 11,115 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2010 9,775 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2009 9,490 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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FG56 YVP is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Sl in Grey with a 3,724cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 FG56 YVP, 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 FG56 YVP registered?

FG56 YVP is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 12 October 2006.

Is FG56 YVP safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG56 YVP shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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