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S500 MMJ

2004 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

61,163 mi
Last recorded61,163 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2025
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl53,336 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2025 61,163 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2023 59,637 miles

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

Pass 1 Jul 2022 58,323 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2021 55,659 miles

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Fail 2 Jul 2021 55,658 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 7 Jul 2020 54,089 miles

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

Offside Front tyre worn inner edge

Pass 8 Jul 2019 52,743 miles

front tyres wearing on inner edges

Pass 4 Jul 2018 50,294 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2017 47,892 miles

Unable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

Pass 15 Feb 2016 43,402 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2015 37,650 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 Jan 2014 31,614 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 Jan 2013 25,730 miles

unable to fully inspect due to covers and sheilds

Pass 23 Nov 2011 23,990 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2011 23,989 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

osf tyre side wall cracking

Pass 15 Nov 2010 21,787 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2009 17,723 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 15 Dec 2008 15,464 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2008 14,947 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

N/S mirror in dicator lens cracked

Pass 18 Jul 2008 14,947 miles

N/S mirror in dicator lens cracked

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 MMJ is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 MMJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of S500 MMJ?

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What year was S500 MMJ registered?

S500 MMJ is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 24 August 2004.

Is S500 MMJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for S500 MMJ shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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