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P500 EPC

1996 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jul 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

162,608 mi
Last recorded162,608 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2025
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl82,468 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP500 EPC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2025 162,608 miles

Front Inner Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 15 Jul 2025 162,608 miles

Front Inner Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Mar 2024 160,965 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2022 159,410 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Fail 2 Nov 2022 159,410 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 2 Nov 2021 155,471 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both side's (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Nov 2020 152,436 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2020 152,436 miles

Offside Side repeater light intensity significantly reduced (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 30 Oct 2019 148,848 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2018 143,248 miles

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 30 Oct 2017 137,618 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2016 132,037 miles

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

Pass 30 Oct 2015 125,655 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2014 120,537 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2013 114,081 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2012 106,279 miles

All tyres getting low.

Pass 19 Oct 2011 97,875 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2010 90,039 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2009 81,165 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2008 71,888 miles

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

unable to check door sills correctly due to plastic sill covers fitted

Pass 25 Oct 2007 62,873 miles

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

unable to check door sills correctly due to plastic sill covers fitted

Pass 27 Oct 2006 53,084 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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P500 EPC is a 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

Across all 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.3% with a typical mileage of 82,468 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 P500 EPC, 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 30 years old, this Mercedes-benz Sl is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was P500 EPC registered?

P500 EPC is a 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is P500 EPC safe to buy?

The MOT history for P500 EPC shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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