Yes, MBZ 500 is taxed. Road tax is currently valid until 1 August 2027 according to DVLA records.

When is the MOT due for MBZ 500?

The MOT for MBZ 500 is valid and due for renewal on or before 19 January 2027.

What is the recorded mileage of MBZ 500?

The recorded mileage for MBZ 500 is 28,579 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is MBZ 500 ULEZ compliant?

No, MBZ 500 does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Official DVLA Record

MOT Valid

Road Tax Paid

1997 Mercedes SL 5.0L Petrol · MBZ 500

MBZ 500

1997 Mercedes SL (5.0L, petrol). First registered 01/08/1997. Recorded mileage 28,579 miles. MOT valid until 19/01/2027. Taxed until 01/08/2027.

Make & Model: MERCEDES SL
Year / Origin: 1997 · Manchester & Merseyside
MOT Status: Valid until 19/01/2027
Road Tax: Taxed (01/08/2027)
Recorded Mileage: 28,579 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine: PETROL · 5.0L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

MOT Status

Valid

Valid until 19/01/2027

Tax Status

Taxed

Tax due 01/08/2027

Mileage: 28,579 mi
Fuel Type: PETROL
Year: 1997
Engine: 4973cc

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MBZ 500 Key Findings

5 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 13/01/2026
28,579 miles recorded at latest MOT
1 historical MOT failure
No defects recorded at the latest MOT

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis

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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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✓ Good MOT pass rate (80%)

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MBZ 500 Mileage History

13/01/202328,253 mi
09/01/202428,276 mi+23 mi
15/01/202528,391 mi+115 mi
07/01/202628,577 mi+186 mi
13/01/202628,579 mi+2 mi

Average of roughly 109 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

MBZ 500 MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 29 Aug 2026, 17:00

MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 1997 Mercedes Sl (MBZ 500) between January 2023 and January 2026.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 13 January 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Exhaust & Emissions (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

Recorded failure items include: “Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))”.

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