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VX56 ADO

2006 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Dec 2020
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

46,689 mi
Last recorded46,689 miles
Recorded on22 May 2019
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz Sl50,657 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX56 ADO
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 May 2019 46,689 miles

Offside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged surround (7.1.2 (d))

Fail 20 May 2019 46,643 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Offside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged surround (7.1.2 (d))

Pass 4 Jun 2018 43,876 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords tread (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 26 May 2017 41,994 miles

Offside Rear small tear to tyre tread

Pass 23 May 2016 38,758 miles
Pass 18 May 2015 35,758 miles
Pass 28 May 2014 31,360 miles
Pass 24 May 2013 28,383 miles
Pass 29 May 2012 25,109 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2011 20,180 miles

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

Pass 12 Nov 2010 19,027 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2009 15,661 miles

Centre Rear Stop lamp obscured but not more than 50% (1.2.1c)

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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VX56 ADO is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 VX56 ADO, 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 VX56 ADO registered?

VX56 ADO is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 9 October 2006.

Is VX56 ADO safe to buy?

The MOT history for VX56 ADO shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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