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X203 RTW

2001 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

29,431 mi
Last recorded29,431 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2025
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz Sl56,681 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX203 RTW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2025 29,431 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2024 28,857 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2023 27,860 miles
Pass 1 May 2019 25,743 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2017 25,101 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2016 23,845 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2012 23,577 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2011 23,559 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2010 23,482 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2009 22,200 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2008 22,059 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2006 21,373 miles

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

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

Fail 28 Jun 2006 21,355 miles

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

o/s rear tyre worn on inner edge and outer sidewall showing cracks.

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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X203 RTW is a 2001 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 2001 Mercedes-benz Sl models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.5% with a typical mileage of 56,681 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 X203 RTW, 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 25 years old, this Mercedes-benz Sl is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of X203 RTW?

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What year was X203 RTW registered?

X203 RTW is a 2001 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 24 January 2001.

Is X203 RTW safe to buy?

The MOT history for X203 RTW shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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