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LY06 KNM

2006 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Sep 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

55,491 mi
Last recorded55,491 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2026
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz Sl50,657 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLY06 KNM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2026 55,491 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Sep 2025 53,289 miles

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

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

Fail 10 Sep 2025 53,282 miles

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

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

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

Pass 17 Sep 2024 49,845 miles

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

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

Fail 5 Sep 2024 49,845 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 4 Sep 2023 46,703 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2022 45,357 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2021 42,941 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2020 40,825 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2019 38,313 miles

all four tyres perished and cracked but no cords visable at present

Pass 23 Aug 2018 35,544 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2017 33,284 miles

o/s/r tyre slightly perished

Pass 20 Sep 2016 30,358 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2015 28,403 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2014 25,055 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2013 20,378 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2012 16,069 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2011 14,129 miles

advise all tyres wearing inner edges

advise brake fluid level low

advise front screen chipped

advise near side front tyre outter side wall slight damage

advise parking brake requires adjustment

Pass 8 Jul 2010 11,615 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 22 Jul 2009 9,536 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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LY06 KNM is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 LY06 KNM, 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 LY06 KNM registered?

LY06 KNM is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 27 July 2006.

Is LY06 KNM safe to buy?

The MOT history for LY06 KNM shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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