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PFC 449

2006 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2022
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

98,474 mi
Last recorded98,474 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2021
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz Sl50,657 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPFC 449
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2021 98,474 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play both sides (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Steering arm deformed but serviceable (2.1.3 (c) (i))

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Aug 2020 96,262 miles

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

Pass 8 Jul 2019 87,272 miles

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

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

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

Pass 1 Aug 2018 87,007 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2018 87,007 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Apr 2017 85,666 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2017 85,661 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Rear Direction indicators adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)

Pass 4 Apr 2016 84,789 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2015 83,121 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2014 83,084 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Mar 2013 78,970 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 24 Mar 2012 76,625 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2011 74,051 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2010 66,005 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2009 45,836 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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PFC 449 is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 PFC 449, 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 PFC 449 registered?

PFC 449 is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 15 March 2006.

Is PFC 449 safe to buy?

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