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GN56 RPX

2006 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Feb 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

100,483 mi
Last recorded100,483 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2026
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz Sl50,657 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN56 RPX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2026 100,483 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2026 100,482 miles

Front Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 27 Jan 2025 95,278 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2024 91,227 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2023 87,559 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2022 84,226 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2021 79,826 miles

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

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))

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

Fail 8 Feb 2021 79,826 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

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))

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

Pass 25 Feb 2020 73,527 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))

Fail 25 Feb 2020 73,527 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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 29 Jan 2019 65,936 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2018 60,701 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2016 56,829 miles

Nearside Rear tyrewall is damaged

Pass 18 Aug 2015 52,240 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2014 47,003 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 Sep 2013 41,490 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2012 36,187 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2011 30,013 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2010 24,217 miles

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

Pass 12 Aug 2009 17,653 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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GN56 RPX is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 2006 Mercedes-benz Sl models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.0% with a typical mileage of 50,657 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 GN56 RPX, 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 GN56 RPX registered?

GN56 RPX is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 September 2006.

Is GN56 RPX safe to buy?

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