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M8 CVV

2006 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 5340cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Mar 2027
Tests30 (29 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate96.7%

Mileage

56,423 mi
Last recorded56,423 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2026
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz Sl50,657 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM8 CVV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,340cc

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MOT History

29 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2026 56,423 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2026 42,202 miles

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

Pass 17 Mar 2025 56,278 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2025 32,293 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2024 28,751 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2024 56,135 miles
Pass 3 May 2023 21,947 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2023 55,860 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2022 12,879 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2022 55,456 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2021 10,158 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 4 Mar 2021 55,247 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2020 8,388 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2020

COVID-19 6 MONTH EXTENSION

Pass 18 Mar 2020 54,448 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2019 51,258 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2018 50,665 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2017 49,237 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2016 46,829 miles

engine management light on

Pass 27 Mar 2015 42,689 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2015 42,689 miles

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

Pass 2 Feb 2015 42,295 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2014 37,053 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2014 36,927 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 4 Feb 2013 33,058 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2012 32,438 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2012 30,664 miles

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 10 Jun 2011 27,288 miles

front discs deteriating inner faces

Pass 21 Jun 2010 23,307 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2010 23,099 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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M8 CVV is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 5,340cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 30 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 96.7%.

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 M8 CVV, 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 M8 CVV?

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What year was M8 CVV registered?

M8 CVV is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 6 October 2006.

Is M8 CVV safe to buy?

The MOT history for M8 CVV shows 30 tests with a 96.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does M8 CVV have outstanding finance?

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