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S500 XYY

2004 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Sep 2027
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

17,303 mi
Last recorded17,303 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2026
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl53,336 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 8 Sep 2026 17,303 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2025 17,182 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2024 17,175 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2023 17,167 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2022 17,154 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2021 17,122 miles
Pass 29 May 2020 17,100 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 9 Jan 2019 15,850 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2018 14,611 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2017 13,478 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2016 12,083 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2015 10,934 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2014 9,563 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2013 8,471 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2012 7,242 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2011 6,153 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2010 5,578 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2009 5,215 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2008 4,382 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2007 3,871 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 XYY 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 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 XYY, 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 XYY?

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What year was S500 XYY registered?

S500 XYY is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 March 2004.

Is S500 XYY safe to buy?

The MOT history for S500 XYY shows 20 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does S500 XYY have outstanding finance?

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