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MF06 XUA

2006 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 3724cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 May 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

72,792 mi
Last recorded72,792 miles
Recorded on15 May 2026
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz Sl50,657 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF06 XUA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,724cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 May 2026 72,792 miles
Fail 14 May 2026 72,786 miles

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

Pass 27 May 2025 65,044 miles

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

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

Pass 2 May 2024 60,309 miles

Nearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Pass 30 May 2023 59,903 miles
Pass 31 May 2022 59,543 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2021 59,058 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2020 57,406 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2020 57,389 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Dec 2018 57,122 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2017 55,481 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2016 54,230 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2015 52,614 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2014 50,740 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 29 Jul 2014 50,740 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2013 47,600 miles

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

Pass 28 Apr 2012 42,300 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Mar 2011 35,652 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2010 32,065 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2009 26,676 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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MF06 XUA is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 3,724cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 2006 Mercedes-benz Sl models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.0% with a typical mileage of 50,657 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 MF06 XUA, 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 MF06 XUA registered?

MF06 XUA is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 22 March 2006.

Is MF06 XUA safe to buy?

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