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V500 HOT

1999 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Feb 2027
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

108,496 mi
Last recorded108,496 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2026
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz Sl67,886 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV500 HOT
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2026 108,496 miles

Coil spring corroded All 4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 2 Feb 2026 108,468 miles

Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Feb 2025 107,125 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2025 107,077 miles

Nearside Front Hydraulic fluid leaking excessively brake pipe (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Feb 2024 106,148 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2023 104,296 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

under trays and engine covers fitted preventing inspection of some components

Pass 15 Feb 2022 103,423 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm + worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Fluid leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm + worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

under trays and engine covers fitted preventing inspection of some components

Pass 16 Oct 2020 101,228 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

corrosion evident underside

Pass 18 Oct 2019 98,882 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Oct 2018 94,030 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 12 Oct 2018 94,030 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 1 Nov 2017 90,512 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded pipes (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 17 Oct 2017 90,486 miles

Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

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

Oil leak ()

Pass 24 Oct 2016 88,596 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2015 82,499 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2014 76,835 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2013 72,960 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2012 66,697 miles

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

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

Offside Front 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 20 Oct 2011 61,679 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2010 57,180 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2009 51,417 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2008 46,842 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2007 39,892 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2006 32,832 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2005 27,133 miles

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

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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V500 HOT is a 1999 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

Across all 1999 Mercedes-benz Sl models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.3% with a typical mileage of 67,886 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 V500 HOT, 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 27 years old, this Mercedes-benz Sl is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was V500 HOT registered?

V500 HOT is a 1999 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 28 October 1999.

Is V500 HOT safe to buy?

The MOT history for V500 HOT shows 25 tests with a 84% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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