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GY55 DZE

2006 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Feb 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

132,187 mi
Last recorded132,187 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2026
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz Sl50,657 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY55 DZE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2026 132,187 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2025 128,264 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Jan 2024 122,135 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 30 Jan 2023 116,750 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))

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

Pass 19 Jan 2022 110,680 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2021 105,232 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2019 96,041 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 21 Apr 2018 90,107 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2017 83,290 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2016 76,641 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 31 Mar 2015 68,360 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 Feb 2014 59,092 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Feb 2013 51,408 miles

floor pan covers fitted

Pass 16 Dec 2011 43,463 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2011 36,071 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2009 29,008 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Fail 21 Dec 2009 28,996 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 5 Jan 2009 20,826 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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GY55 DZE is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 GY55 DZE, 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 GY55 DZE registered?

GY55 DZE is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 12 January 2006.

Is GY55 DZE safe to buy?

The MOT history for GY55 DZE shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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