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LR56 GWC

2006 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jun 2027
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

107,621 mi
Last recorded107,621 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2026
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz Sl50,657 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR56 GWC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2026 107,621 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2021 107,479 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2021 102,969 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 1 Jun 2021 102,968 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 255/35/19 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Jun 2020 96,279 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2018 78,024 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2018 78,024 miles

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

Pass 27 Mar 2017 74,848 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2016 74,805 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2015 70,113 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2015 70,113 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 9 Sep 2014 65,905 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2013 61,323 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2012 55,286 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2012 55,138 miles

Nearside Front suspension has excessive movement at a suspension ball joint (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Rear Lower Fluid suspension pipe leaking (2.4.D.2)

Offside Lower Front suspension has excessive movement at a suspension ball joint (2.5.A.1c)

Oil leak

front compliance bushes worn

screen chips to n/s of windscreen

Pass 9 Sep 2011 45,199 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2010 34,089 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2009 23,899 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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LR56 GWC is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 LR56 GWC, 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 LR56 GWC registered?

LR56 GWC is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 28 September 2006.

Is LR56 GWC safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR56 GWC shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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