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5 Model Years Analyzed

Mercedes 500sl
MOT Pass Rate & Statistics

Average pass rate across all model years (1984-2003), based on 14 DVSA recorded tests.

92.9%

Average Pass Rate

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Model Years

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Tests Analyzed

Most Tested Year

2003 Mercedes 500sl MOT Pass Rate & Common Failures

87.5% pass rateBased on 8 DVSA tests

Pass Rate by Year

200387.5%

8 tests

2002100%

1 tests

1992100%

1 tests

1991100%

2 tests

1984100%

2 tests

Most Common Failures Across All Years

  1. 1An SRS malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) indicates a system malfunction
  2. 2A shock absorber damaged to the extent that it does not function or showing signs of severe leakage
  3. 3Obligatory mirror or device slightly damaged or loose
  4. 4Parking brake efficiency below minimum requirement
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average MOT pass rate for a Mercedes 500sl?

The Mercedes 500sl has an average 92.9% MOT pass rate across model years 1984 to 2003, based on DVSA test data.

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

The most common MOT failure reasons for the Mercedes 500sl across all years are: an srs malfunction indicator lamp (mil) indicates a system malfunction, a shock absorber damaged to the extent that it does not function or showing signs of severe leakage, obligatory mirror or device slightly damaged or loose. These are typical wear items that can often be checked and addressed before your test.

Which Mercedes 500sl year has the best MOT pass rate?

MOT pass rates vary by year - newer models typically have higher pass rates. Check our year-by-year breakdown above to compare pass rates for specific Mercedes 500sl model years.