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M500 SBE

2004 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jan 2027
Tests26 (20 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

84,514 mi
Last recorded84,514 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2026
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl53,336 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM500 SBE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

20 pass 6 fail
Pass 15 Jan 2026 84,514 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Jan 2025 83,406 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2024 81,807 miles

undertrays fitted

Fail 11 Jan 2024 81,807 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

undertrays fitted

Pass 14 Sep 2022 79,962 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2022 79,962 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 15 Sep 2021 78,899 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2021 78,899 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 14 Sep 2020 76,575 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2020 76,575 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 20 Sep 2019 75,798 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front disc's [rear face's] (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Oct 2018 73,873 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2017 72,664 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 25 Aug 2016 70,345 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 25 Aug 2015 66,521 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 26 Aug 2014 62,351 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 26 Aug 2014 62,351 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 29 Aug 2013 57,439 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Fail 27 Aug 2013 57,437 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 23 Aug 2012 52,213 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2011 47,434 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2010 42,286 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2009 35,607 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2008 30,233 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2007 23,610 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2007 18,784 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 SBE is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.8% with a typical mileage of 53,336 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 SBE, 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 22 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 SBE registered?

M500 SBE is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 23 April 2004.

Is M500 SBE safe to buy?

The MOT history for M500 SBE shows 26 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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