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X1 XCM

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 5439cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Mar 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

61,166 mi
Last recorded61,166 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2026
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX1 XCM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,439cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2026 61,166 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2025 60,873 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2024 60,004 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2023 59,158 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2022 58,465 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2020 57,624 miles

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

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

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

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

Under trays and covers fitted

Pass 21 Jun 2019 56,154 miles

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear slightly corroded at rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Pass 23 Jul 2018 54,136 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2016 50,856 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2015 49,699 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2014 49,358 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2013 48,616 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2012 47,784 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2012 47,784 miles

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

Fail 7 Apr 2012 47,585 miles

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

all brake discs have slight corrosion

Pass 10 Dec 2010 46,169 miles

nearside & offside front brake discs corroded

nearside & offside rear brake discs corroded

Pass 9 Dec 2009 43,153 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2008 39,606 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2007 32,372 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2006 24,883 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

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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X1 XCM is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 5,439cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 X1 XCM, 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 X1 XCM registered?

X1 XCM is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 September 2003.

Is X1 XCM safe to buy?

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