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FT06 FHF

2006 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 5439cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jan 2023
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

56,122 mi
Last recorded56,122 miles
Recorded on25 Jan 2022
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz Sl50,657 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFT06 FHF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,439cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Jan 2022 56,122 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2022 56,116 miles

Electronic stability control switch not functioning correctly (7.12 (d))

Nearside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (7.1.2 (e))

Offside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (7.1.2 (e))

Pass 20 Jul 2021 55,501 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2021 55,501 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 255/40/18 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 27 Jul 2019 52,704 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2019 52,704 miles

Front Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 28 Aug 2018 50,770 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2017 47,743 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2016 45,195 miles

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

Pass 1 Sep 2015 43,322 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2015 43,322 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 20 Aug 2014 39,512 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2013 33,329 miles

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

Pass 10 Aug 2012 27,531 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2011 19,800 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2010 11,866 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2009 5,558 miles

A B C (suspension) light on dash

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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FT06 FHF is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 5,439cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FT06 FHF, 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.

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What year was FT06 FHF registered?

FT06 FHF is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 August 2006.

Is FT06 FHF safe to buy?

The MOT history for FT06 FHF shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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