2006 Mercedes SL 5.5L Petrol · CX06 DFP
2006 Mercedes SL (5.5L, petrol). First registered 01 Jun 2006. Recorded mileage 85,346 miles. MOT expired on 24 Oct 2023. Currently declared SORN.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES SL
- Year / Origin
- 2006 · Bangor
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 24 Oct 2023
- Road Tax
- SORN
- Recorded Mileage
- 85,346 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 5.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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CX06 DFP Key Findings
- 1 MOT test recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 26/10/2022
- 85,346 miles recorded at latest MOT
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
CX06 DFP MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
1 MOT test are recorded for this 2006 Mercedes Sl (CX06 DFP) between October 2022 and October 2022.
The record contains 1 pass and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 0 advisory notices note items to monitor.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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Our Verdict
Proceed with significant caution. While
The primary concern is the lack of recent MOT data; you must verify why the vehicle has not been tested since 2022 and locate the missing records from 2007 to 2021. Do not drive the vehicle on public roads until a fresh MOT is obtained. Use the absence of a current certificate as a strong point for price negotiation, as the cost to return the car to a roadworthy state is unknown.
Request a full service history to see if the car was maintained while off the road. Pay close attention to any evidence of long-term storage, such as flat-spotted tyres or degraded fluids, which often accompany long gaps in MOT testing.
The 5461cc V8 engine will result in high fuel consumption and a high annual road tax bracket. Insurance costs for a high-capacity luxury convertible of this age are also likely to be substantial.
Maintenance costs for the SL are typically higher than standard saloons, particularly regarding the complex hydraulic roof system and brake wear. Expect a high annual spend to keep a vehicle of this specification in operational order.
Thoroughly test the operation of the folding roof mechanism, as this is a complex and expensive system to repair. Check the tyres for age-related cracking and the brake discs for heavy surface corrosion, both of which are common when a vehicle has been stationary for several years.
Inspect all rubber seals and hoses for perishing. Given the 2022 MOT was a pass with no defects, compare the current state of the suspension and steering components against that record to identify any deterioration since the last test.
This 2006 cream Mercedes SL is powered by a 5.5L petrol engine and recorded 85,346 miles in October 2022. The available MOT history is extremely sparse, showing only a single pass with no defects. As of September 2026, the vehicle is significantly overdue for its annual MOT test.
Aggregate MOT data for the Mercedes SL is unavailable, though the model is known for its complex hydraulic and electronic systems.
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