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SL61 XDG

2011 Mercedes-benz 300

Silver Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Feb 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

123,416 mi
Last recorded123,416 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2026
Typical for 2011 Mercedes-benz 30093,795 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL61 XDG
MakeMercedes-benz
Model300
Year2011
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2026 123,416 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2025 122,464 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

both front brakes binding

engine oil leak

Pass 9 Feb 2024 120,850 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2023 118,871 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 8 Feb 2023 118,871 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken Broken. (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken Broken. (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Trailer electrical socket (13 pin) not operating the trailer lamps as intended Both position lamps. Stop lamps. (4.10 (c) (i))

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 11 Feb 2022 118,338 miles

Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Fail 6 Jan 2022 118,336 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both offside and nearside front (3.4 (b) (ii))

Central Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge All four tyres (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Nov 2020 112,675 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2019 107,704 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

engine cover fitted

under trays fitted

Pass 24 Nov 2018 101,396 miles

under tray and engine cover fitted

Pass 16 Nov 2017 93,795 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2017 93,795 miles

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

Offside Front 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 30 Nov 2016 73,426 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2015 43,265 miles

engine cover and under trays fitted to vehicle

Pass 20 Nov 2014 29,625 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 300?

Based on 170,654 MOT tests across 18,208 vehicles.

73.5%
Pass Rate
1,831
Miles/Year
43
Year Lifespan
18,208
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 7,440
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 5,542
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 3,881
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 2,985
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 2,687
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SL61 XDG is a 2011 Mercedes-benz 300 in Silver with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2011 Mercedes-benz 300 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.7% with a typical mileage of 93,795 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz 300 fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 7,440 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SL61 XDG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz 300 typically stays on UK roads for around 43 years. At 15 years old, this Mercedes-benz 300 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SL61 XDG registered?

SL61 XDG is a 2011 Mercedes-benz 300, first registered on 31 October 2011.

Is SL61 XDG safe to buy?

The MOT history for SL61 XDG shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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