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V500 PSB

2005 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Mar 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

41,289 mi
Last recorded41,289 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl52,791 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV500 PSB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2026 41,289 miles

Both front tyres slightly cracked.

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

Pass 20 Feb 2025 41,033 miles

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

Pass 23 Feb 2024 40,081 miles

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

Pass 21 Feb 2023 39,380 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2022 38,436 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2021 37,426 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2019 35,469 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2018 35,075 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2017 32,777 miles
Pass 10 May 2016 28,643 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2015 25,187 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2014 23,920 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2013 19,599 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2012 17,823 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2011 14,461 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 29 Jan 2010 12,932 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2010 12,932 miles

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Pass 19 Jan 2009 9,708 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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V500 PSB is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

Across all 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.9% with a typical mileage of 52,791 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 PSB, 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 21 years old, this Mercedes-benz Sl is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was V500 PSB registered?

V500 PSB is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 29 December 2005.

Is V500 PSB safe to buy?

The MOT history for V500 PSB shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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