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X28 BCR

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Red Petrol 3724cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Oct 2026
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

45,717 mi
Last recorded45,717 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2025
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX28 BCR
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,724cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2025 45,717 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2024 41,050 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2023 39,565 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2022 35,460 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2021 34,806 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2020 33,769 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2019 33,060 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2018 30,982 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 29 Sep 2017 29,722 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2016 28,373 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2016 24,196 miles

Engine cover fitted

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

Under trays fitted

Pass 5 May 2015 24,132 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2014 23,945 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2013 23,761 miles
Pass 8 May 2012 23,293 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2011 22,614 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2010 22,120 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2010 22,120 miles

Centre Rear Stop lamp excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)

Pass 7 May 2009 21,176 miles
Pass 14 May 2008 19,440 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2007 16,606 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2006 12,603 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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X28 BCR is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Red with a 3,724cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 X28 BCR, 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 X28 BCR registered?

X28 BCR is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 30 April 2003.

Is X28 BCR safe to buy?

The MOT history for X28 BCR shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does X28 BCR have outstanding finance?

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