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LX56 GYN

2006 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 5439cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jul 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

38,355 mi
Last recorded38,355 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

RegistrationLX56 GYN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,439cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2026 38,355 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2025 36,576 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2024 34,850 miles

All spring dust covers split

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Right bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Jun 2023 33,254 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Fail 5 Jun 2023 33,246 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Rear most (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 22 Jun 2022 30,690 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2021 26,104 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2019 24,812 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Mar 2018 23,343 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front tyre cracking between treads

Pass 13 Mar 2017 22,516 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2016 19,986 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2016 19,984 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Fail 10 Mar 2016 19,970 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 15 Dec 2014 17,878 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 Aug 2012 16,512 miles

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

Pass 20 Jul 2011 16,397 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 10 Jun 2010 15,465 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2009 11,946 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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LX56 GYN is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 5,439cc 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 LX56 GYN, 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 LX56 GYN registered?

LX56 GYN is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 25 October 2006.

Is LX56 GYN safe to buy?

The MOT history for LX56 GYN 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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