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Mercedes-benz S500 L AMG Ln Prm+exc MHEV4M A Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Mercedes-benz S500 L AMG Ln Prm+exc MHEV4M A reliable? We analysed 738 real MOT tests across 338 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 738 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
90.1%
Typical Mileage
30,921mi
Annual Mileage
11,106mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Mercedes-benz S500 L AMG Ln Prm+exc MHEV4M A is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Mercedes-benz S500 L AMG Ln Prm+exc MHEV4M A.

Mercedes-benz S500 L AMG Ln Prm+exc MHEV4M A Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Mercedes-benz S500 L AMG Ln Prm+exc MHEV4M A. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Mercedes-benz S500 L AMG Ln Prm+exc MHEV4M A MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Mercedes-benz S500 L AMG Ln Prm+exc MHEV4M A to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

91.9%
2023
89.6%
2022
89.6%
2021

Mercedes-benz S500 L AMG Ln Prm+exc MHEV4M A Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on Mercedes-benz S500 L AMG Ln Prm+exc MHEV4M A models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.

Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 9
Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 9
Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 255/35/21 2
Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Outer sidewall 2

Mercedes-benz S500 L AMG Ln Prm+exc MHEV4M A Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Mercedes-benz S500 L AMG Ln Prm+exc MHEV4M A owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
6,160 mi/yr
Typical
11,106 mi/yr
Average
15,863 mi/yr
Heavy usage
21,323 mi/yr

Mercedes-benz S500 L AMG Ln Prm+exc MHEV4M A MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Mercedes-benz S500 L AMG Ln Prm+exc MHEV4M A year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2023 123 91.9% 12,196 20,917 33,962
2022 318 89.6% 20,930 33,624 51,048
2021 259 89.6% 19,759 31,372 46,794

How Long Does a Mercedes-benz S500 L AMG Ln Prm+exc MHEV4M A Last?

Based on 338 Mercedes-benz S500 L AMG Ln Prm+exc MHEV4M A vehicles on UK roads.

Average
2.7 years
Median
3.0 years

Mercedes-benz S500 L AMG Ln Prm+exc MHEV4M A Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Mercedes-benz S500 L AMG Ln Prm+exc MHEV4M A MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
30,921 mi
75th Percentile
45,520 mi
95th Percentile
83,954 mi
Max Recorded
146,433 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Mercedes-benz S500 L AMG Ln Prm+exc MHEV4M A

Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.

Best year
2023

91.9% MOT pass rate from 123 tests

Year to avoid
2021

89.6% MOT pass rate from 259 tests

The best year to buy a used Mercedes-benz S500 L AMG Ln Prm+exc MHEV4M A is 2023, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 91.9% across 123 tests. The 2021 model year has the lowest pass rate at 89.6% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

How Does the Mercedes-benz S500 L AMG Ln Prm+exc MHEV4M A Compare?

MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Mercedes-benz S500 L AMG Ln Prm+exc MHEV4M A THIS CAR 90.1% 738 30,921 mi — yrs
Mercedes-benz C 77.6% 8,031,355 77,082 mi 32 yrs
Mercedes-benz E 79.4% 4,722,746 83,960 mi 33 yrs
Mercedes-benz A-class 77.6% 4,204,702 57,023 mi 28 yrs
Rover 2600 72.5% 1,236 72,730 mi 48 yrs

Compared to the Mercedes-benz C (77.6% pass rate) and the Mercedes-benz E (79.4% pass rate), the Mercedes-benz S500 L AMG Ln Prm+exc MHEV4M A outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Mercedes-benz S500 L AMG Ln Prm+exc MHEV4M A?

The Mercedes-benz S500 L AMG Ln Prm+exc MHEV4M A has an overall MOT pass rate of 90.1% across 738 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.

On the safety side, the most frequently flagged dangerous fault is tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Mercedes-benz S500 L AMG Ln Prm+exc MHEV4M A with an expired or recently passed MOT, ask the seller whether any dangerous faults were found and fixed during the last test.

A typical Mercedes-benz S500 L AMG Ln Prm+exc MHEV4M A owner drives around 11,106 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.

Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.

Mercedes-benz S500 L AMG Ln Prm+exc MHEV4M A — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Mercedes-benz S500 L AMG Ln Prm+exc MHEV4M A reliable?
Based on 738 MOT tests, the Mercedes-benz S500 L AMG Ln Prm+exc MHEV4M A has a 90.1% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Mercedes-benz S500 L AMG Ln Prm+exc MHEV4M A?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Mercedes-benz S500 L AMG Ln Prm+exc MHEV4M A do per year?
The typical Mercedes-benz S500 L AMG Ln Prm+exc MHEV4M A does around 11,106 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Mercedes-benz S500 L AMG Ln Prm+exc MHEV4M A last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Mercedes-benz S500 L AMG Ln Prm+exc MHEV4M A?
Yes. An MOT pass rate tells you about the model in general, but a vehicle history check reveals the specific car's finance, stolen, write-off and mileage history — things the seller may not disclose.
What is the best year to buy a Mercedes-benz S500 L AMG Ln Prm+exc MHEV4M A?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Mercedes-benz S500 L AMG Ln Prm+exc MHEV4M A is 2023 with a 91.9% pass rate across 123 tests.