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FXI 272

2001 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Apr 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

46,593 mi
Last recorded46,593 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2026
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz Sl56,681 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFXI 272
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2026 46,593 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2025 45,972 miles

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 6 Dec 2023 45,270 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2022 44,899 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2021 44,114 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2020 43,551 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2019 42,533 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2018 41,868 miles

o/s/r tyre perished

Pass 8 Jun 2017 41,266 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2016 40,457 miles
Pass 1 May 2014 40,282 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

Pass 2 May 2013 38,942 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 Apr 2012 37,409 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 Apr 2011 33,514 miles

front brake discs slightly corroded

nearside front tyre worn on inner edge

offside front tyre worn on inner edge

rear brake discs slightly corroded

Fail 13 Apr 2011 33,504 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

front brake discs slightly corroded

nearside front tyre worn on inner edge

offside front tyre worn on inner edge

rear brake discs slightly corroded

Pass 26 Apr 2010 32,006 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

parking brake has little reserve travel left

Pass 20 Apr 2009 28,794 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2008 25,503 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2008 25,503 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 6 Jul 2007 22,490 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

rear tyres 3mm depth

Pass 6 Jul 2006 19,069 miles

front tyres wearing on edges

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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FXI 272 is a 2001 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

Across all 2001 Mercedes-benz Sl models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.5% with a typical mileage of 56,681 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 FXI 272, 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 25 years old, this Mercedes-benz Sl is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FXI 272?

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What year was FXI 272 registered?

FXI 272 is a 2001 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 5 September 2001.

Is FXI 272 safe to buy?

The MOT history for FXI 272 shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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