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M500 RSL

1997 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Sep 2027
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

54,405 mi
Last recorded54,405 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2026
Typical for 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl79,403 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM500 RSL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2026 54,405 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2025 54,081 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2024 53,848 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2023 53,625 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2022 53,428 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2021 53,208 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2020 53,008 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2019 52,739 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2019 52,738 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 29 Aug 2018 52,601 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2017 52,207 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2016 51,599 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2015 51,145 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2014 50,786 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2013 49,583 miles

Offside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 31 Jul 2013 49,583 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Offside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Steering damper slight oil seepage (2.2.C.1f)

Pass 31 Jul 2012 48,856 miles

Steering damper slight oil seepage (2.2.C.1f)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 4 Aug 2011 48,230 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2010 47,358 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2010 47,340 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Pass 4 Jul 2009 46,004 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2009 46,004 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 7 Jul 2008 45,040 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2007 43,270 miles

slight damage to o/s/f road wheel

Pass 13 Jun 2006 40,820 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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M500 RSL is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

Across all 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.5% with a typical mileage of 79,403 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 M500 RSL, 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 29 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 M500 RSL registered?

M500 RSL is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 May 1997.

Is M500 RSL safe to buy?

The MOT history for M500 RSL shows 25 tests with a 84% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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