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P500 TDB

1996 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Aug 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

78,831 mi
Last recorded78,831 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2026
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl82,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2026 78,831 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all around (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 19 Jun 2025 78,605 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2024 77,569 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2021 76,836 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2021 76,836 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 26 Jan 2018 73,412 miles

Front wiper smearing slightly

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

Oil leak gearbox

Pass 24 Jan 2017 67,948 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2016 66,244 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2015 63,331 miles

Outer sill covers fitted

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both front tyres wearing on the inner edges

Pass 7 Jan 2014 58,259 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Outer sill covers fitted

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 Jan 2013 53,687 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2012 51,470 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2011 49,679 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2010 47,862 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2009 46,338 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

hand/brale travel long

sticker bottom of nearside wimdscreen

under trays

Pass 18 Jan 2008 44,491 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2007 43,602 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

hand brake travel long

under trays

Pass 3 Jul 2006 38,201 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2005 33,604 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2005 33,601 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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 TDB is a 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 TDB, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P500 TDB registered?

P500 TDB is a 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 August 1996.

Is P500 TDB safe to buy?

The MOT history for P500 TDB shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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