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S500 PDG

2004 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Apr 2027
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

68,978 mi
Last recorded68,978 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2026
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl53,336 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 20 Apr 2026 68,978 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2024 66,178 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2023 65,093 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2022 63,768 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2021 62,441 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2020 61,531 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2019 60,290 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2018 57,620 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2017 55,313 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2016 54,016 miles

both rear tyres getting low on 2.5/3mm

Pass 29 Apr 2015 51,473 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2014 49,331 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2013 46,664 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2012 44,785 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2011 42,474 miles
Pass 6 May 2010 40,914 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2009 37,968 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2008 34,693 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2007 32,529 miles

offside rear tyre just on legal limit

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 PDG is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 PDG, 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 PDG?

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What year was S500 PDG registered?

S500 PDG is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 16 March 2004.

Is S500 PDG safe to buy?

The MOT history for S500 PDG shows 19 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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