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RPW 5

2026 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Hybrid electric (clean)
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2026
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

102,755 mi
Last recorded102,755 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRPW 5
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2026
ColourBlue
Fuel typeHybrid electric (clean)

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2025 102,755 miles

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both side. (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

general corrosion on under vehicle suspension components.

Pass 20 Aug 2024 101,898 miles

All 4 tyres perishing

Engine oil leak

Pass 17 Aug 2023 100,779 miles

All tyres perished

Pass 24 Aug 2022 100,007 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All tyres perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

little reserve travel in park brake pedal

Pass 26 Aug 2021 99,181 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2020 98,067 miles

engine oil leak

front brake pads wearing low

Pass 30 Aug 2019 96,669 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2018 95,484 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2017 93,867 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2016 91,298 miles

rear brake discs slightly worn

Pass 17 Aug 2015 89,590 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2014 87,095 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 Aug 2013 83,197 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2012 81,830 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2011 80,026 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2010 78,470 miles

Oil leak

rear steel brake lines corroding

Pass 12 Aug 2009 76,702 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Oil leak

Fail 18 Aug 2008 75,039 miles

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 18 Aug 2008 75,039 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2007 72,248 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2006 66,002 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2005 61,745 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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RPW 5 is a 2026 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 RPW 5, 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 0 years old, this Mercedes-benz Sl is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was RPW 5 registered?

RPW 5 is a 2026 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 3 September 2026.

Is RPW 5 safe to buy?

The MOT history for RPW 5 shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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