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YC06 LYS

2006 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 2746cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jun 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

61,990 mi
Last recorded61,990 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2026
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz Sl50,657 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC06 LYS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,746cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2026 61,990 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2026 61,990 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2026 61,990 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Jun 2025 56,383 miles

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

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

Fail 9 Jun 2025 56,383 miles

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

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

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 May 2024 52,920 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2020 52,588 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2019 52,583 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2017 52,261 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2016 49,525 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2015 48,100 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2014 44,460 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2013 40,664 miles
Fail 24 May 2012 33,492 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 24 May 2012 33,492 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2011 26,994 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2010 20,797 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2009 15,840 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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YC06 LYS is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 2,746cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 YC06 LYS, 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 YC06 LYS?

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What year was YC06 LYS registered?

YC06 LYS is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 27 June 2006.

Is YC06 LYS safe to buy?

The MOT history for YC06 LYS shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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