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WU06 WSV

2006 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Feb 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

88,086 mi
Last recorded88,086 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2026
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz Sl50,657 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU06 WSV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Feb 2026 88,086 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged inner edge chewing chunks off (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged inner edge starting to chew (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear suspension drops with ignition off although levels out when put in drive

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Pass 23 Feb 2025 83,161 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Feb 2024 80,442 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear misting of oil around suspension unit

Nearside Front suspension unit ball joint has excessive movement

Pass 11 Feb 2023 76,425 miles

Nearside Front Suspension unit damaged but not to excess suspension unit lower ball joint has movement, only just meets MOT requirements (5.3.5 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension unit damaged but not to excess suspension unit lower ball joint has slight movement (5.3.5 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Feb 2022 74,176 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2021 71,854 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 25 Feb 2020 70,403 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Front brake pads getting low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Mar 2019 66,330 miles

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

Fail 23 Mar 2019 66,319 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 22 Mar 2018 63,675 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2017 62,866 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2016 59,280 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2015 55,866 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2014 51,399 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2013 45,584 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2013 45,584 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 15 Mar 2012 39,740 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2011 33,483 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2010 26,997 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2009 20,581 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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WU06 WSV is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 WU06 WSV, 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 WU06 WSV registered?

WU06 WSV is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 24 March 2006.

Is WU06 WSV safe to buy?

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