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LY56 OAM

2006 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2017
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

61,488 mi
Last recorded61,488 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2016
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz Sl50,657 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLY56 OAM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2016 61,488 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2015 57,863 miles

advise both rear tyres , tread wearing unevenly and low

advise off side front shock absorber unit damp/weeping

Pass 1 Oct 2014 51,517 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2014 51,513 miles

Nearside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (1.7.2)

Offside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (1.7.2)

Pass 15 Oct 2013 45,572 miles

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

Pass 9 Oct 2012 39,752 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

advice nearside front tyre has slight cut on sidewall

Pass 25 Oct 2011 35,132 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2009 26,041 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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LY56 OAM is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 LY56 OAM, 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 LY56 OAM?

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What year was LY56 OAM registered?

LY56 OAM is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 4 November 2006.

Is LY56 OAM safe to buy?

The MOT history for LY56 OAM shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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