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KR56 GWM

2006 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Feb 2027
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

51,972 mi
Last recorded51,972 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2026
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz Sl50,657 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKR56 GWM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 14 Feb 2026 51,972 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2025 51,099 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2024 50,237 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2023 48,489 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2022 46,417 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2022 46,416 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 31 Dec 2020 44,687 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 14 Dec 2019 42,628 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2019 42,627 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Dec 2018 39,953 miles

Nearside rear tyre worn very low on inside edge

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Pass 5 Dec 2017 36,349 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2017 36,349 miles

Nearside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because a lightweight or space saving wheel is fitted (4.1.A.1b)

Pass 13 Dec 2016 32,871 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2015 30,251 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2014 28,367 miles

Offside Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

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

Pass 17 Dec 2013 25,937 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2013 25,937 miles

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

Pass 7 Dec 2012 23,712 miles

Nearside rear tyre worn very low on inside edge

Offside rear tyre worn very low on inside edge

Fail 6 Dec 2012 23,712 miles

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

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside rear tyre worn very low on inside edge

Offside rear tyre worn very low on inside edge

Pass 20 Dec 2011 21,330 miles

all four tyres wearing low reccomend attention

Pass 14 Dec 2010 18,403 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2009 13,154 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2009 13,154 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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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KR56 GWM is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

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 KR56 GWM, 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.

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What year was KR56 GWM registered?

KR56 GWM is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 December 2006.

Is KR56 GWM safe to buy?

The MOT history for KR56 GWM shows 23 tests with a 73.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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