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M500 TBP

2005 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2024
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

86,658 mi
Last recorded86,658 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2023
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl52,791 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM500 TBP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2023 86,658 miles
Pass 10 May 2023 84,200 miles
Fail 10 May 2023 84,200 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 13 Dec 2021 83,228 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2020 79,703 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2019 77,177 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2018 71,757 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2018 71,755 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault Message on dash for ESP unavailable. (7.12 (e))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Damaged slightly. (0.1 (b))

Message on dash for light sensor, drive to workshop.

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Castor arm bush parting from arm. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Beginning to crack/perish. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Castor arm bush parting from arm. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Beginning to crack/perish. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Fail 22 Oct 2018 71,758 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault Warning on dash for ESP unavailable. (7.12 (e))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Plate damaged slightly. (0.1 (b))

Light sensor drive to workshop message on dash.

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Castor arm bush parting from arm. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Castor arm bush parting from arm. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Oil leak, but not excessive Engine oil dripping onto exhaust manifold of right bank of engine. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Fail 25 Sep 2018 71,758 miles

Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Front Steering locking device ineffective (2.1.3 (d))

Nearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Hydraulic fluid leaking excessively when engine running driping (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers insecurely attached top mounting play when barred (5.3.2 (a) (i))

Central exhaust rubber broken

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

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

battery warning light on dash

boot not opening at test unable to check for corrosion

petrol flap not opening time of test unable to check fuel cap

warring on dash for rear lights all lights working at time of test

Pass 14 Dec 2016 70,301 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

Pass 1 Dec 2015 65,503 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2014 61,634 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2013 54,584 miles

front tyres wearing inner and outer edge

Pass 25 Oct 2012 51,552 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2011 45,659 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2010 41,394 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2009 28,930 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2008 20,926 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
Full Mercedes-benz Sl reliability report

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M500 TBP is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.9% with a typical mileage of 52,791 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 TBP, 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 21 years old, this Mercedes-benz Sl is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was M500 TBP registered?

M500 TBP is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 29 July 2005.

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