MERCEDES SL 500 GRAND EDITION PREMIUM A (2019)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 42 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
100%
Total Tests (2024)
42
Avg Mileage
15,413 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£2,037
Is the 2019 MERCEDES SL 500 GRAND EDITION PREMIUM A reliable?
Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 18 points above the national average of 82%. It also outperforms the MERCEDES brand average of 87%.
At 5 years old, 100% of MERCEDES SL 500 GRAND EDITION PREMIUM As from 2019 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 42 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 15,413 miles.
How does the 2019 MERCEDES SL 500 GRAND EDITION PREMIUM A compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 2019 MERCEDES SL 500 GRAND EDITION PREMIUM A has 15,413 miles on the clock, which is significantly below the expected 37,000 miles for a 5-year-old car. Low-mileage examples may have spent time sitting unused, so check for issues like corroded brakes or perished rubber seals.
How much does a 2019 MERCEDES SL 500 GRAND EDITION PREMIUM A cost to run?
Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.
MERCEDES SL 500 GRAND EDITION PREMIUM A by Year
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About the 2019 MERCEDES SL 500 GRAND EDITION PREMIUM A
The 2019 MERCEDES SL 500 GRAND EDITION PREMIUM A is a performance with a 4663cc petrol engine. 42 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. It ranks in the top 2% of all 2019 cars for reliability.
With an average of 15,413 miles at 5 years old, MERCEDES SL 500 GRAND EDITION PREMIUM A owners tend to use this car less than the typical driver. Very low mileage could mean the car has been garaged or used only for short trips, which can cause its own issues like battery drain and moisture buildup.
2019 MERCEDES SL 500 GRAND EDITION PREMIUM A Fuel Costs
The 4663cc petrol engine is on the larger side, so fuel won't be this car's strong point. Expect around 30 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,592 per year at current petrol prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).
What does it cost to own a 2019 MERCEDES SL 500 GRAND EDITION PREMIUM A?
Total estimated annual running cost is £2,037 (£170/month), broken down as £1592 fuel, £190 road tax, £55 MOT, and £200 predicted repairs. The low repair estimate reflects the excellent 100% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.
Buying a Used 2019 MERCEDES SL 500 GRAND EDITION PREMIUM A
At 5 years old, the MERCEDES SL 500 GRAND EDITION PREMIUM A offers good value with plenty of life remaining. Most manufacturer warranties will have expired, so a pre-purchase inspection is worth the cost. Note: with only 42 tests in our data, these figures should be treated as indicative rather than definitive.
Alternatives to the 2019 MERCEDES SL 500 GRAND EDITION PREMIUM A
The MERCEDES SL 500 GRAND EDITION PREMIUM A is actually the most reliable option among similar petrol performances from this era. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines:
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- JAGUAR F-TYPE (2017) 94% pass rate (-6%) from 5,380 tests
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- MERCEDES SL (2017) 94% pass rate (-6%) from 1,847 tests