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Y8 WHY

2006 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Nov 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

58,492 mi
Last recorded58,492 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2025
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz Sl50,657 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY8 WHY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2025 58,492 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Nov 2024 57,583 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2023 55,758 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2022 54,904 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2021 54,449 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2020 53,737 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2019 50,755 miles

under trays fitted at time of test

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Apr 2018 48,391 miles

advise under trays fitted time of test

Pass 9 May 2017 47,298 miles

advise front tyres getting low

advise under trays fitted time of test

Pass 16 May 2016 42,294 miles
Pass 20 May 2015 36,116 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2014 30,731 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2013 25,900 miles
Pass 30 May 2013 22,444 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2013 22,223 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2013 22,223 miles

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

Pass 1 May 2012 19,899 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2011 18,497 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2010 16,598 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2009 13,885 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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Y8 WHY 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 95%.

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 Y8 WHY, 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 Y8 WHY registered?

Y8 WHY is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 March 2006.

Is Y8 WHY safe to buy?

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