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LF06 BTX

2006 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 3724cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Apr 2024
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

58,291 mi
Last recorded58,291 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2023
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz Sl50,657 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Mercedes-benz
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF06 BTX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,724cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2023 58,291 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2022 56,764 miles

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

Fail 15 Feb 2022 56,764 miles

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Feb 2021 52,093 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2020 49,197 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2020 49,196 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Mar 2019 44,293 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2018 37,890 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2017 32,752 miles

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

Pass 19 Mar 2016 26,118 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2015 22,664 miles

cuts in nearside front tyre sidewall

nearside front tyre tread depth low on inner edge

offside front tyre tread depth low on inner edges

Fail 13 Mar 2015 22,664 miles

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

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

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

cuts in nearside front tyre sidewall

cuts in nearside rear tyre sidewall

nearside front tyre tread depth low on inner edge

offside front tyre tread depth low on inner edges

Pass 4 Mar 2014 19,033 miles

boot lid not unlocking

both rear tyre tread depth low

nearside front tyre sidewall damaged

nearside rear tyre sidewall damaged

Pass 4 Mar 2013 15,484 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2012 12,766 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2011 10,065 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2010 6,298 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2009 4,260 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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LF06 BTX is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 3,724cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 LF06 BTX, 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

How do I check the history of LF06 BTX?

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What year was LF06 BTX registered?

LF06 BTX is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 10 March 2006.

Is LF06 BTX safe to buy?

The MOT history for LF06 BTX shows 18 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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