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SL02 BAB

2006 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 5461cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Jul 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

82,240 mi
Last recorded82,240 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2026
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz Sl50,657 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL02 BAB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,461cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2026 82,240 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 14 Jul 2025 78,708 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 12 Sep 2024 78,693 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2023 76,875 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2023 76,875 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 8 Aug 2022 73,959 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2019 64,672 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive engine sump n/s (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Jan 2019 63,943 miles
Pass 14 May 2018 62,636 miles

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

Pass 24 Mar 2017 58,501 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2015 51,828 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2014 47,436 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2013 42,209 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2012 38,321 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2011 34,293 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Jul 2010 29,701 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2009 23,533 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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SL02 BAB is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 5,461cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 SL02 BAB, 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.

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What year was SL02 BAB registered?

SL02 BAB is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 16 March 2006.

Is SL02 BAB safe to buy?

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