2006 Mercedes-Benz SL 3.7L Petrol · KS55 VZD
2006 Mercedes-Benz SL (3.7L, petrol). First registered 07 Feb 2006. Recorded mileage 138,325 miles. MOT valid until 29 Jul 2027.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ SL
- Year / Origin
- 2006 · Northampton
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 29 Jul 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 138,325 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 3.7L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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KS55 VZD Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 24/07/2026
- 138,325 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (5 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
KS55 VZD MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2006 Mercedes-Benz Sl (KS55 VZD) between July 2023 and July 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 24 July 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (5 issues), Tyres (2 issues), Suspension (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 6 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Front Shock absorbers likely to become detached lower ball joint (5.3.2 (a) (ii))”; “Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded inner wing (1.1.11 (c))”.
KS55 VZD Mileage History
- 31/07/2023127,832 mi
- 25/07/2024131,197 mi+3,365 mi
- 09/07/2025135,677 mi+4,480 mi
- 09/07/2025135,678 mi+1 mi
- 24/07/2026138,325 mi+2,647 mi
Average of roughly 3,519 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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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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