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GX06 RKA

2006 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 3724cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Nov 2019
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

63,238 mi
Last recorded63,238 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2018
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz Sl50,657 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX06 RKA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,724cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2018 63,238 miles

O/S mirror repeator damaged

Play in OSF lower swivel joint

Pass 20 Sep 2017 59,359 miles

Front discs lipped

Fail 19 Sep 2017 59,359 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Front discs lipped

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

Pass 26 Sep 2016 50,169 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2016 49,906 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Front no plate slightly loose but not considered insecure

Nearside headlamp aim on lower limit

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

Pass 21 Sep 2015 46,092 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Sep 2014 42,295 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)

all pads low

both rear tyres worn inner edges

Fail 23 Sep 2014 42,295 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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)

all pads low

both rear tyres worn inner edges

Pass 2 Oct 2012 37,873 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Apr 2011 31,938 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2010 29,713 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2009 19,733 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2009 19,733 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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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GX06 RKA is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 3,724cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 GX06 RKA, 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 GX06 RKA registered?

GX06 RKA is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 31 December 2006.

Is GX06 RKA safe to buy?

The MOT history for GX06 RKA shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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