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S500 MBO

2004 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Aug 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

19,386 mi
Last recorded19,386 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2026
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl53,336 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS500 MBO
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2026 19,386 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2025 18,128 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2023 17,977 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2023 17,280 miles
Pass 9 May 2018 17,071 miles
Fail 8 May 2018 17,070 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 18 May 2017 16,889 miles
Pass 13 May 2016 16,602 miles
Pass 12 May 2015 16,489 miles
Pass 7 May 2014 16,225 miles
Pass 2 May 2013 15,987 miles
Pass 9 May 2012 15,587 miles
Pass 10 May 2011 14,937 miles
Pass 10 May 2010 14,391 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2009 13,356 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2008 11,710 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Apr 2007 10,081 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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S500 MBO is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 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 S500 MBO, 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.

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How do I check the history of S500 MBO?

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What year was S500 MBO registered?

S500 MBO is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 22 April 2004.

Is S500 MBO safe to buy?

The MOT history for S500 MBO shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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