R230 Trouble starting

[Steviec100]

I just had trouble starting my SL500.
It gets used daily and was parked up for about 9 hours.
First attempt, briefly cranked over (split second) and died.
Second attempt, it started and immediately died.
Third attempt, nothing and the radio did a reset.
Fourth attempt, started fine and was fine for my 10 mile drive.

Is this likely to be as simple as a battery needed? Or does the fact it started and died mean something else?

Any help appreciated.

 

[V6Matty]

When you say used daily how long do you drive for and is it longer runs?
Personally I’d give your batteries a good charge and see how it is, Mercedes of that era do some very odd things when the battery is getting low.
Welcome btw

 

[John Laidlaw]

Welcome and wot he ^ said

 

[ajlsl600]

pretty much as above, before spending £,s make sure it aint battery.

 

[Blobcat]

Hello and welcome

 

[LostKiwi]

Hi and things welcome.
First things first.
How old is the battery?
Have had codes read?
Are battery terminals clean and tight?
Is the battery earth lead tight to clean bodywork?