Mercedes Benz Sl 500 MOT Check

MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Mercedes Benz Sl 500. Check any Sl 500 by registration number below.

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97.2%

Avg Pass Rate

+7.0%

vs Mercedes Benz Avg

Year Ranges

Excellent

Reliability

Mercedes Benz Sl 500 — MOT Reliability Overview

The Mercedes Benz Sl 500 has an average MOT pass rate of 97.2%, which is 7.0 percentage points above the Mercedes Benz brand average of 90.2%. This is a strong result, indicating that the Sl 500 is well-engineered and tends to age well mechanically. Owners can expect fewer surprises at MOT time.

Before buying a used Mercedes Benz Sl 500, we recommend checking the full MOT history, write-off status, outstanding finance, and stolen vehicle status. These checks can be done for free using the registration number.

MOT Pass Rate by Year

How the Mercedes Benz Sl 500 performs at MOT across different model years.

2013

Based on 51 vehicles

100.0%Excellent

Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%

2012

Based on 123 vehicles

99.2%Excellent

Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%

Mileage at 3yr

36k mi

Mileage at 5yr

48k mi

2007

Based on 72 vehicles

97.2%Excellent

Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%

Mileage at 5yr

70k mi

2006

Based on 55 vehicles

100.0%Excellent

Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%

2004

Based on 132 vehicles

97.0%Excellent

Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%

Mileage at 10yr

112k mi

2003

Based on 202 vehicles

96.0%Excellent

Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%

Mileage at 10yr

115k mi

2002

Based on 557 vehicles

97.7%Excellent

Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%

Mileage at 10yr

117k mi

2001

Based on 148 vehicles

96.6%Excellent

Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%

Mileage at 10yr

75k mi

1999

Based on 58 vehicles

98.3%Excellent

Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%

1998

Based on 74 vehicles

97.3%Excellent

Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%

1997

Based on 80 vehicles

96.3%Excellent

Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%

1996

Based on 78 vehicles

93.6%Excellent

Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%

1995

Based on 68 vehicles

92.6%Excellent

Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%

1994

Based on 69 vehicles

100.0%Excellent

Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%

1993

Based on 78 vehicles

98.7%Excellent

Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%

1992

Based on 71 vehicles

97.2%Excellent

Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%

1991

Based on 56 vehicles

94.6%Excellent

Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%

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See detailed fault analysis for Mercedes Benz Sl 500

Mercedes Benz Sl 500 — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Mercedes Benz Sl 500 MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Mercedes Benz Sl 500?

The average MOT pass rate for the Mercedes Benz Sl 500 is 97.2% compared to the Mercedes Benz average of 90.2%. Pass rates vary by year — check the year-by-year breakdown on this page for details.

What are the most common MOT failures on a Mercedes Benz Sl 500?

Check the detailed breakdown on this page for specific failure data by year range.

Is the Mercedes Benz Sl 500 reliable?

With an average MOT pass rate of 97.2%, the Mercedes Benz Sl 500 is rated as "Excellent" for reliability. This is a strong result suggesting good build quality and fewer common defects.

How do I check the MOT history of a Mercedes Benz Sl 500?

Enter the vehicle's registration number in the search box at the top of this page. You will instantly see the complete MOT history including every test result, mileage readings, advisories, and dangerous defects — completely free.

What mileage should I expect on a Mercedes Benz Sl 500?

Typical mileage for the Mercedes Benz Sl 500: 35,681 miles at 3 years, 48,142 miles at 5 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used Sl 500 to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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