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PN56 VLL

2006 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 5461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Aug 2017
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

78,282 mi
Last recorded78,282 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2016
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz Sl50,657 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPN56 VLL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,461cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Aug 2016 78,282 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2016 78,282 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 27 Nov 2015 78,202 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2015 78,202 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint Rear most arm (2.4.G.2)

Pass 14 Nov 2014 69,109 miles

engine managment light on.

front pads getting down.

reg plate bulbs slightly dim.

Pass 5 Nov 2013 58,164 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 26 Oct 2012 44,239 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 Nov 2011 32,674 miles

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

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

engine pan and floor pans fitted front brake discs worn

Fail 1 Nov 2011 32,635 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

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

engine pan and floor pans fitted front brake discs worn

Pass 11 Nov 2010 21,183 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2010 21,183 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2009 17,620 miles

both rear tyres wearing in centres

brake fluid level low

offside siderepeater lense cover missing

slight play in offside rack and ball joint

Fail 21 Dec 2009 17,620 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

both rear tyres wearing in centres

brake fluid level low

offside siderepeater lense cover missing

slight play in offside rack and ball joint

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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PN56 VLL is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 5,461cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 PN56 VLL, 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 PN56 VLL registered?

PN56 VLL is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 12 October 2006.

Is PN56 VLL safe to buy?

The MOT history for PN56 VLL shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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