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WR06 VYF

2006 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jan 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

77,181 mi
Last recorded77,181 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2026
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz Sl50,657 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWR06 VYF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2026 77,181 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2026 77,181 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Road wheel distorted to the extent the tyre is likely to become detached (5.2.2 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Road wheel distorted to the extent the tyre is likely to become detached (5.2.2 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Nov 2024 75,329 miles

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 13 Nov 2024 75,329 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 2 Nov 2023 70,763 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2023 70,763 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 1 Nov 2022 66,417 miles

Battery warning light stays on

Pass 22 Sep 2021 63,336 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2020 60,478 miles

noise detected in steering rack

Pass 12 Aug 2019 57,533 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2018 56,741 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2017 56,105 miles

parking brake efficiency only just met 16%

Pass 19 Jul 2016 52,529 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2015 48,281 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

o/s/r tyre starting to perish 285/30r19

Fail 17 Jul 2015 48,212 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a) DANGEROUS

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

o/s/r tyre starting to perish 285/30r19

Pass 24 Jun 2014 42,055 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2013 37,151 miles

n/s/f tyre has cut around the inner edge

o/s/f tyre has cut around the inner edge

Pass 27 Jun 2012 33,882 miles

n/s/r tyre has puncture

Pass 30 Jun 2011 30,040 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2010 25,155 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2009 19,767 miles

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

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

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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WR06 VYF is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 WR06 VYF, 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 WR06 VYF registered?

WR06 VYF is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 5 July 2006.

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