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YS56 JZT

2006 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Aug 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

47,999 mi
Last recorded47,999 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2026
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz Sl50,657 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYS56 JZT
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2026 47,999 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

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

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

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

Pass 1 Sep 2025 46,753 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 27 Aug 2025 46,749 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Aug 2024 43,584 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2023 40,862 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2022 38,248 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2022 38,244 miles

Offside Front Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a)) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 Aug 2021 37,493 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2020 36,062 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2019 34,822 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2018 34,295 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2017 32,931 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2015 32,933 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2014 31,693 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2013 26,232 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2012 10,918 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2011 7,745 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2010 6,959 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2009 6,271 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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YS56 JZT is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 YS56 JZT, 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 YS56 JZT registered?

YS56 JZT is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 22 December 2006.

Is YS56 JZT safe to buy?

The MOT history for YS56 JZT shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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