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LJ06 PLU

2006 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 5999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 May 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

94,621 mi
Last recorded94,621 miles
Recorded on12 May 2026
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz Sl50,657 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ06 PLU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,999cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 May 2026 94,621 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2025 94,327 miles
Pass 15 May 2024 91,032 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2023 87,012 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2022 83,973 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2021 81,380 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 25 Jul 2020 77,414 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2019 74,330 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2018 70,305 miles

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

Fail 14 Aug 2018 70,285 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Pass 24 Jul 2017 67,951 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2017 67,951 miles

Nearside Front Lower Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 8 Aug 2016 66,701 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2015 63,347 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2014 62,916 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2014 62,916 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

battery warning light on

Pass 20 May 2013 59,533 miles

Crack in centre stop lamp lens

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 28 May 2012 51,993 miles
Fail 28 May 2012 51,993 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 2 Jun 2011 44,906 miles

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

Pass 25 Mar 2010 34,004 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2009 24,944 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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LJ06 PLU is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 5,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 LJ06 PLU, 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 LJ06 PLU registered?

LJ06 PLU is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 24 March 2006.

Is LJ06 PLU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ06 PLU shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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