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SL55 JPJ

2006 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 5439cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 May 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

45,300 mi
Last recorded45,300 miles
Recorded on1 May 2026
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz Sl50,657 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL55 JPJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,439cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 May 2026 45,300 miles
Pass 16 May 2025 44,577 miles

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

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

Pass 20 May 2024 43,756 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2023 43,151 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.9 mm tread 285 / 35 r 18 95 w (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords side wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chipped (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Jul 2022 39,699 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2021 39,482 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2020 36,344 miles

engine covers and under trays obscuring some components

Pass 18 Apr 2019 36,094 miles

engine covers and under trays obscuring some components

Pass 2 Mar 2018 34,351 miles

engine covers and under trays obscuring some components

Fail 27 Feb 2018 34,351 miles

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

engine covers and under trays obscuring some components

Pass 2 Mar 2017 32,362 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2016 31,961 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2016 31,961 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Pass 28 Oct 2015 29,125 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Pass 20 Oct 2014 26,299 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2013 20,735 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 2 Nov 2012 17,050 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 Nov 2012 17,050 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 Sep 2011 11,881 miles

Oil leak

Pass 13 Sep 2010 7,549 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2009 3,151 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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SL55 JPJ is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 5,439cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 SL55 JPJ, 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 SL55 JPJ registered?

SL55 JPJ is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 16 November 2006.

Is SL55 JPJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SL55 JPJ shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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