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KM56 PXP

2006 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Apr 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

86,625 mi
Last recorded86,625 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2026
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz Sl50,657 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKM56 PXP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2026 86,625 miles

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

Fail 10 Apr 2026 86,625 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 25 Mar 2025 81,977 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged Plastic case missing on one half. (7.1.2 (d))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 25 Mar 2025 81,977 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged Plastic case missing on one half. (7.1.2 (d))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements Removed sticker partially covering the first character. (0.1 (d))

Pass 22 Mar 2024 75,337 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2024 75,337 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt forward, ball joint also has play (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt forward, ball joint also has play (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 Mar 2023 71,442 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp throwing direct white light to the rear lens damaged (4.7.1 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Mar 2022 69,686 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2021 61,308 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Camber (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Camber (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

Pass 18 Mar 2020 55,041 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Mar 2019 54,474 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2018 53,576 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2017 51,419 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2016 46,075 miles
Pass 7 May 2015 39,570 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2014 35,653 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2012 33,218 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2011 31,453 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2010 28,500 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2009 24,908 miles

all tyres are smooth on their inner edges

both rear tyres have cracking around their inner sidewalls

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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KM56 PXP is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver 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 KM56 PXP, 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 KM56 PXP registered?

KM56 PXP is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 22 November 2006.

Is KM56 PXP safe to buy?

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