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WJ06 BYC

2006 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Mar 2022
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

59,036 mi
Last recorded59,036 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2021
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz Sl50,657 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWJ06 BYC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2021 59,036 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2020 55,391 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2019 48,202 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2018 45,061 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2017 41,811 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2016 38,742 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2016 38,742 miles

Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Pass 16 Oct 2015 38,574 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2014 34,087 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2013 30,848 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2012 27,756 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2011 25,588 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2010 22,622 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2010 21,425 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2009 19,261 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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WJ06 BYC is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 WJ06 BYC, 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 WJ06 BYC?

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What year was WJ06 BYC registered?

WJ06 BYC is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 12 April 2006.

Is WJ06 BYC safe to buy?

The MOT history for WJ06 BYC shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does WJ06 BYC have outstanding finance?

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