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SAX 220

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 5439cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jan 2027
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

106,310 mi
Last recorded106,310 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2026
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSAX 220
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,439cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 8 Jan 2026 106,310 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Dec 2024 105,079 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2024 104,400 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2022 102,880 miles

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

Pass 6 Jan 2022 99,592 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2020 97,234 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 18 Jun 2019 94,968 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2018 91,681 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2017 89,497 miles

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Pass 29 Jun 2016 85,536 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2015 81,884 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2014 75,225 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2013 70,789 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2012 66,181 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2011 63,557 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2010 57,073 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 7 Jul 2009 53,535 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2008 47,844 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2007 38,874 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2006 26,577 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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SAX 220 is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 5,439cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.5% with a typical mileage of 53,586 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 SAX 220, 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 23 years old, this Mercedes-benz Sl is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SAX 220 registered?

SAX 220 is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 10 June 2003.

Is SAX 220 safe to buy?

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Does SAX 220 have outstanding finance?

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