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WJ06 XFL

2006 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 3724cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Apr 2017
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

27,846 mi
Last recorded27,846 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2016
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz Sl50,657 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWJ06 XFL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,724cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2016 27,846 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively on limit (3.7.B.3)

both rear tyres have small splits around outer wall

Pass 2 Apr 2015 27,313 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2014 26,480 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 4 Apr 2013 24,922 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 5 Apr 2012 23,582 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2012 23,566 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

both front tyres are worn on inner / outer treads

Pass 29 Mar 2011 21,754 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

both front tyres wearing on inner / outer treads

Pass 25 Mar 2010 17,940 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2009 14,446 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

both front tyres starting to crack down treads

covers fitted to both outer sills and floors

n/sr tyre wearing on inner edge

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 XFL is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 3,724cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 XFL, 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 WJ06 XFL registered?

WJ06 XFL is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 2 March 2006.

Is WJ06 XFL safe to buy?

The MOT history for WJ06 XFL shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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