£8,510 (Est: £6,500 - £7,500)
2004 Mercedes-Benz SL 500 Premium hardtop convertible with smooth V8 performance
United Kingdom • 14 Feb 2026 • Lot 261
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
This 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL500, finished in Silver with Grey leather, has 77,451 miles and a good service history with 8 main dealer entries. It features a 5-litre V8 engine, automatic transmission, and several comfort options, but has had four previous owners and some noted wear, including a steering rack advisory.
Condition
6
The vendor describes the car as "good" in all respects, suggesting moderate wear on the exterior, interior, and/or wheels. The presence of old MOT certificates and invoices for previous work indicates that some maintenance has been performed, implying that some reconditioning may have been required or is still needed. There is mention of an advisory regarding play in the nearside steering-rack inner joint, pointing to a mechanical issue that needs attention.
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Automatic
Transmission:
WDB2304752F074392
Chassis No:
Odometer:
77,451 miles
OU04ZKR
Reg Number:
RHD/LHD:
RHD
Introduced at the 2001 Frankfurt Motor Show, the R230 series SL marked a new chapter for Mercedes-Benz, offering a refined blend of performance, comfort and handling that set it apart from its rivals.
The SL500 served as the early flagship, powered by a 5-litre V8 and five-speed automatic transmission producing 302bhp and a 0-60mph time of 5.8 seconds.
2004 saw this example ‘OU04 ZKR’ leave the production line to be first registered on 5th March 2004.
Finished in iconic Silver with typically sumptuous Grey Leather, combining elegance with the smooth performance of its 4,966cc V8 and 7-speed automatic gearbox, it was built to deliver effortless cruising and the full enjoyment of open-top motoring.
There are just four former keepers recorded with the DVLA.
The specification includes automatic transmission, air conditioning, ABS, cruise control, electric seats and providing comfort and convenience throughout.
It’s pleasing to see that the book pack accompanies the SL, and the servic...
Points of note
£2,576
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£13,058
Median Price (Since 2020)
£47,305
Highest Price (Since 2020)
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Previous Sales
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MOT Information
Valid
Expires on Jul 03 2026
Latest MOT Mileage
77,144 miles
Registration Date
2004-03-05
MOT History
Passed
On Jun 25 2025 with 77,144 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
Advisory:
- Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
Passed
On Jul 04 2024 with 75,279 miles
Passed
On May 03 2024 with 75,267 miles
Failed
On May 03 2024 with 75,262 miles
There were 2 defects noted.
Major:
- Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Front arm. (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
Advisory:
- Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
Passed
On May 12 2023 with 74,179 miles
Passed
On May 18 2022 with 70,728 miles
There were 2 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
Passed
On May 14 2021 with 64,410 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
Advisory:
- Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
Passed
On Jun 23 2020 with 59,084 miles
There were 2 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Passed
On May 31 2019 with 54,109 miles
Passed
On Nov 20 2018 with 54,032 miles
There were 2 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Nearside Front Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- Offside Front Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Passed
On Apr 24 2017 with 52,446 miles
Failed
On Apr 18 2017 with 52,446 miles
There were 3 defects noted, with 1 deemed dangerous.
Fail:
- Offside Front Fluid suspension unit leaking (2.4.D.2)
- (Dangerous) Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
Advisory:
- Nearside Rear tyre has a cut in the tread down to chords but above minimum legal requirements.
Passed
On Mar 01 2016 with 48,414 miles
Failed
On Mar 01 2016 with 48,414 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
Pass after Rectification at Station:
- Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
Passed
On Mar 10 2015 with 44,988 miles
Passed
On Mar 19 2014 with 40,242 miles
There were 2 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
- Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
Passed
On Mar 09 2013 with 37,601 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
Advisory:
- Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
Passed
On Mar 20 2012 with 33,717 miles
Passed
On Mar 08 2011 with 29,345 miles
Passed
On Mar 03 2010 with 24,291 miles
Failed
On Mar 03 2010 with 24,291 miles
There were 5 defects noted.
Fail:
- Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
- Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
Advisory:
- 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)
User Entered:
- All tyres bald on very inner edge of tyres and cracking around tread
Passed
On Mar 11 2009 with 16,633 miles
Passed
On Mar 20 2008 with 12,551 miles
Passed
On Mar 29 2007 with 10,863 miles
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