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SL05 EMS

2006 Mercedes-benz Sl

Green Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jan 2019
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

69,590 mi
Last recorded69,590 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2017
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz Sl50,657 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL05 EMS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2006
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Dec 2017 69,590 miles

covers fitted under vehicle not allowing full inspection

Pass 16 Jan 2017 67,559 miles

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit o/s & n/s (4.1.E.1)

Pass 5 Apr 2016 64,506 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2016 64,500 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 21 Jan 2015 61,138 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2014 58,691 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Fail 10 Mar 2014 58,662 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

both rear tyres badly perished

Pass 5 Mar 2013 52,229 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2013 52,229 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 24 Feb 2012 47,213 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2011 41,909 miles

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

Fail 24 Feb 2011 41,909 miles

Front Access panel cannot be secured in the closed position (6.4.1)

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

Pass 23 Mar 2010 35,957 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2009 31,424 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

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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SL05 EMS is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Sl in Green with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 SL05 EMS, 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 SL05 EMS?

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What year was SL05 EMS registered?

SL05 EMS is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 4 April 2006.

Is SL05 EMS safe to buy?

The MOT history for SL05 EMS shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SL05 EMS have outstanding finance?

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