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LJ56 LFZ

2006 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jun 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

34,552 mi
Last recorded34,552 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2026
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz Sl50,657 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ56 LFZ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2026 34,552 miles
Pass 21 May 2025 34,275 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2024 34,018 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 14 Jun 2024 34,011 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 12 Jun 2023 33,426 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2022 32,916 miles

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

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

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

Pass 18 Jun 2021 32,423 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2020 27,690 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Jun 2019 20,793 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2018 19,870 miles

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

Pass 19 Sep 2017 18,727 miles

engine cover fitted obscuring view of components

under trays fitted obscuring view of components

Pass 31 Aug 2016 16,890 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2015 15,723 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

front wipers smearing

ns washer jet blocked

slight leak from camshaft caps

Pass 26 Aug 2014 14,007 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2013 16,372 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2012 11,472 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2011 10,022 miles

All four tyres starting to perish on outer edges.

Pass 7 Sep 2010 8,186 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2009 6,690 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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LJ56 LFZ is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 LJ56 LFZ, 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 LJ56 LFZ?

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What year was LJ56 LFZ registered?

LJ56 LFZ is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 29 September 2006.

Is LJ56 LFZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ56 LFZ shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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