Asking Price: £24,995
1993 Mercedes-Benz 500SL
Classic & Sportscar Centre • United Kingdom
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
This SL500 has low mileage for its age, averaging around 2000 miles per year since 2001. Recent maintenance work and overall excellent condition make it a desirable classic.
Condition
8
Minimal cosmetic imperfections, well-maintained.
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Odometer:
48,000 miles
L240PMK
Reg Number:
RHD/LHD:
RHD
From 2001 to 2025 the SL500 has averaged around 2000 miles per year, simply enjoyed as a second car and for fine weather use looking at its impressive largely original condition.
This doesn't look like a car left to live out on the street, it's a cherished, well kept car.
Invoices are on file for good quality maintenance and in 2019 the car was subject to over £6500 of work with Mercedes Benz specialists SL Shop.
Since then the car has covered less than 1500 miles.L240 PMK presents superbly, the bodywork is lovely and straight, paint finish excellent and the interior beautifully kept.
Both soft top and hard tops are in lovely condition and function correctly, the wheels are clean and the car has a good set of tyres on.
On the road the V8 powered SL in fabulous, it's strong, powerful offering impressive performance with comfort and luxury.
The car is very sharp, in excellent mechanical order and will be sold with a full 12 months MOT and freshly serviced.
Points of note
£1,125
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£11,320
Median Price (Since 2020)
£68,172
Highest Price (Since 2020)
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Previous Sales
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MOT Information
Expired
Expired on Dec 01 2025
Latest MOT Mileage
77,051 miles
Registration Date
1993-12-24
MOT History
Passed
On Dec 02 2024 with 77,051 miles
There were 3 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Passed
On May 24 2019 with 76,066 miles
Passed
On Mar 07 2018 with 74,338 miles
Passed
On Mar 08 2017 with 71,592 miles
Passed
On Mar 01 2016 with 68,342 miles
Failed
On Feb 29 2016 with 68,334 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
Fail:
- Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
Passed
On Feb 18 2015 with 66,137 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
Advisory:
- Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Passed
On Feb 19 2014 with 63,428 miles
Passed
On Mar 01 2013 with 59,229 miles
Passed
On Mar 14 2012 with 55,958 miles
Passed
On Feb 18 2011 with 52,155 miles
Passed
On Feb 17 2010 with 49,083 miles
Passed
On Mar 17 2009 with 46,419 miles
Passed
On Mar 04 2008 with 43,501 miles
There were 2 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
- Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
Passed
On Feb 07 2007 with 39,012 miles
Failed
On Feb 06 2007 with 39,012 miles
There were 5 defects noted, with 2 deemed dangerous.
Fail:
- (Dangerous) Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
- (Dangerous) Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
Advisory:
- Offside 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)
- Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)
Passed
On Feb 10 2006 with 35,498 miles
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