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GR06 BJV

2006 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 5513cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jun 2027
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

23,560 mi
Last recorded23,560 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2026
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz Sl50,657 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGR06 BJV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,513cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2026 23,560 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2025 23,523 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2021 23,268 miles

Nearside Front Tyre close to ten years old (5.2.3 (m))

Nearside Rear Tyre close to ten years old (5.2.3 (m))

Offside Front Tyre close to ten years old (5.2.3 (m))

Offside Rear Tyre close to ten years old (5.2.3 (m))

Pass 28 Oct 2016 23,222 miles

Rear brake pads 2mm

Pass 29 Oct 2015 22,932 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2014 20,478 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Oct 2012 17,022 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2012 14,778 miles

rear tyres 2mm front disc pads low

Pass 13 Jan 2011 8,690 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2011 8,672 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel distorted (4.2.A.1a)

slight damage to sidewall of n/s/f tyre

Pass 23 Sep 2009 8,362 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2009 8,362 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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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GR06 BJV is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 5,513cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 GR06 BJV, 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 GR06 BJV registered?

GR06 BJV is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 20 July 2006.

Is GR06 BJV safe to buy?

The MOT history for GR06 BJV shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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