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M500 SLN

1999 Mercedes-benz 500

Silver Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jun 2027
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

77,619 mi
Last recorded77,619 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2026
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz 50087,827 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM500 SLN
MakeMercedes-benz
Model500
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 11 Jun 2026 77,619 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2023 77,025 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2022 76,161 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2019 75,333 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2018 75,208 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Jul 2017 75,166 miles
Pass 24 May 2013 74,026 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2010 73,876 miles
Pass 11 May 2009 67,799 miles

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

Pass 17 Mar 2008 60,939 miles
Pass 15 May 2007 55,587 miles
Pass 11 May 2006 46,954 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 500?

Based on 45,594 MOT tests across 4,342 vehicles.

76.5%
Pass Rate
868
Miles/Year
45
Year Lifespan
4,342
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 1,248
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,110
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 1,020
brake binding 868
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 807
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M500 SLN is a 1999 Mercedes-benz 500 in Silver with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1999 Mercedes-benz 500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.7% with a typical mileage of 87,827 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz 500 fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 1,248 recorded failures. If you're considering buying M500 SLN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz 500 typically stays on UK roads for around 45 years. At 27 years old, this Mercedes-benz 500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of M500 SLN?

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What year was M500 SLN registered?

M500 SLN is a 1999 Mercedes-benz 500, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is M500 SLN safe to buy?

The MOT history for M500 SLN shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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