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S500 RJP

2004 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Oct 2025
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

68,635 mi
Last recorded68,635 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2024
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl53,336 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Oct 2024 68,635 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2023 66,957 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2022 65,933 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2021 63,852 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2019 59,492 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Apr 2018 59,015 miles
Pass 4 May 2017 58,639 miles

ABC warning light on

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 4 May 2017 58,639 miles

Central Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

ABC warning light on

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 10 May 2016 57,978 miles

under trays fitted obscuring some under side components

Pass 29 Apr 2015 57,153 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2014 55,153 miles
Pass 2 May 2013 52,966 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2012 52,823 miles

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

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Pass 8 Mar 2012 52,823 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2011 44,168 miles

nearside front shock absorber bottom joint has slight play

Pass 22 Mar 2010 37,466 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2009 31,312 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2008 25,517 miles

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

Pass 26 Mar 2007 18,673 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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)

front brake discs corroded

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 RJP 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 89.5%.

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 RJP, 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 RJP?

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What year was S500 RJP registered?

S500 RJP is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 3 March 2004.

Is S500 RJP safe to buy?

The MOT history for S500 RJP shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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