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X10 EDM

2012 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 May 2026
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

53,171 mi
Last recorded53,171 miles
Recorded on16 May 2026
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz Sl33,098 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX10 EDM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Fail 16 May 2026 53,171 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area fractured to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 21 May 2025 49,734 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test removed phone holder from screen, removed air fresheners from mirror.

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Sep 2023 46,618 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2023 46,364 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 19 Jul 2022 42,319 miles

engine bay and under body covers fitted obscuring testable items from view

Pass 12 Nov 2021 39,778 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2020 36,343 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2019 32,595 miles

full length under trays fitted

Pass 18 Oct 2018 25,860 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2017 24,895 miles

Under trays fitted at time of test

Fail 11 Nov 2017 24,895 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Tyre has split on inner edge exposing ply/cords (285/35R18) (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Tyre has split on inner edge exposing ply/cords (285/35R18) (4.1.D.1b)

Under trays fitted at time of test

Pass 30 Sep 2016 22,463 miles

both rear tyres are perished and cracked

engine cover and undertrays fitted at the time of test

Pass 21 Sep 2015 19,625 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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X10 EDM is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 2012 Mercedes-benz Sl models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.2% with a typical mileage of 33,098 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 X10 EDM, 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 14 years old, this Mercedes-benz Sl is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was X10 EDM registered?

X10 EDM is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 October 2012.

Is X10 EDM safe to buy?

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