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Mercedes-Benz SL

Blue · Petrol · 1989 · 2,962 cc

1000PMOT history

1000P is a blue petrol Mercedes-Benz SL first used on 1 Jun 1989. Its MOT is valid until 27 Nov 2026 and it has passed 20 of 32 MOT tests, with 93,176 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 27 Nov 2026
Mileage
93,176 mi
At MOT on 28 Nov 2025
MOT tests
32
20 passed · 12 failed
Per year
602 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
1000P
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SL
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,962 cc
Year of manufacture
1989
First used
1 Jun 1989
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
28 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

1000P was last recorded at 93,176 miles on 28 Nov 2025, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
93,175 miles · 26 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
602 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 93,176 miles
  • 2024 – 92,954 miles
  • 2023 – 92,756 miles
  • 2022 – 92,547 miles
  • 2021 – 92,198 miles
  • 2020 – 91,962 miles
  • 2019 – 91,743 miles
  • 2018 – 91,465 miles
  • 2017 – 91,226 miles
  • 2016 – 90,901 miles
  • 2015 – 90,709 miles
  • 2014 – 89,196 miles
  • 2013 – 88,981 miles
  • 2012 – 88,496 miles
  • 2011 – 88,341 miles
  • 2010 – 88,048 miles
  • 2009 – 87,404 miles
  • 2008 – 84,964 miles
  • 2007 – 83,026 miles
  • 2006 – 81,609 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass93,176 miles
  • AdvisoryEngine cover & undertrays fitted unable to check certain itemsRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded n/s & o/s (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing n/s & o/s outer wall cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded metal pipes at fuel pump/filterRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded n/s & o/s (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing n/s & o/s outer wall cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Windscreen washer not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Coil spring corroded all 4 coil springs corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front slight play in steering idler arm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear centre silencer box rubber hangers perished

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

32 tests since 4 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass93,176 miles (+1)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    93,176 miles
    Test number
    250270669324
    • AdvisoryEngine cover & undertrays fitted unable to check certain items
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded n/s & o/s (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing n/s & o/s outer wall cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded metal pipes at fuel pump/filter
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded n/s & o/s (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing n/s & o/s outer wall cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Fail93,175 miles (+221)3 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,175 miles
    Test number
    609954756528
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect dip the wrong way (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect dip the wrong way (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover & undertrays fitted unable to check certain items
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded n/s & o/s (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing n/s & o/s outer wall cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded metal pipes at fuel pump/filter
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded n/s & o/s (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing n/s & o/s outer wall cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass92,954 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    92,954 miles
    Test number
    743667348310
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all 4 coil springs corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front slight play in steering idler arm
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear centre silencer box rubber hangers perished
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 tyres slightly perishing on side walls (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Fail92,954 miles (+198)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,954 miles
    Test number
    492021080785
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all 4 coil springs corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front slight play in steering idler arm
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear centre silencer box rubber hangers perished
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 tyres slightly perishing on side walls (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass92,756 miles (+209)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    92,756 miles
    Test number
    988385717341
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all 4 springs corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass92,547 miles (+349)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    92,547 miles
    Test number
    506814364849
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all 4 springs corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass92,198 miles (+10)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    92,198 miles
    Test number
    864405229525
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all 4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective all rubbers perished (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened spring mount (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened spring mount (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Fuel Pipe/s corroded on fuel pump
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

  8. Fail92,188 miles (+226)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,188 miles
    Test number
    883251171802
    • MajorOffside Rear Fuel system component leaking on fuel pump (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

  9. Pass91,962 miles (+219)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    91,962 miles
    Test number
    436341712335
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion on metal brake pipes at brake hoes ends
    • AdvisorySlight fluid loss in area of air con compressor
    • AdvisorySlight fuel loss from fuel pump union

  10. Pass91,743 miles15 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    91,743 miles
    Test number
    897264902937
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all 4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded at fuel filter
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened spring mount (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened spring mount (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security rust hole in floor (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box slight movement (2.1.1 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryAircon pump leaking oil
    • AdvisoryExhaust rubbers perished
    • AdvisoryExhaust rusty no blow
    • AdvisoryFuel pump damp but not leaking petrol

  11. Fail91,743 miles (+278)2 major15 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,743 miles
    Test number
    239932319883
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all 4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded at fuel filter
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened spring mount (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened spring mount (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security rust hole in floor (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box slight movement (2.1.1 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryAircon pump leaking oil
    • AdvisoryExhaust rubbers perished
    • AdvisoryExhaust rusty no blow
    • AdvisoryFuel pump damp but not leaking petrol

  12. Pass91,465 miles (+239)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    91,465 miles
    Test number
    941705035545
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion on metal brake pipes at flexible hose ends
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion on rear metal fuel pipes
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust rubber mounting rings perishing

  13. Pass91,226 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    91,226 miles
    Test number
    940819034877
    • AdvisorySlight blue smoke from exhaust on idle
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion on rear metal brake pipes

  14. Fail91,226 miles (+325)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,226 miles
    Test number
    314731908112
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryPropshaft universal joint worn bolt missing from rear coupling
    • AdvisorySlight blue smoke from exhaust on idle
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion on rear metal brake pipes

  15. Pass90,901 miles (+192)
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    90,901 miles
    Test number
    162362457183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass90,709 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    90,709 miles
    Test number
    433748798858
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  17. Fail90,709 miles (+1,513)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,709 miles
    Test number
    405583795660
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  18. Pass89,196 miles4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    89,196 miles
    Test number
    525805764228
    • AdvisoryNearside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteNear side park brake less efficient than off side

  19. Fail89,195 miles (+214)7 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,195 miles
    Test number
    548245764214
    • FailureNearside Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteNear side park brake less efficient than off side

  20. Fail88,981 miles2 repaired1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,981 miles
    Test number
    405699183212
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • NoteGeneral surface corrosion to exhaust system in places.
    • NoteSurface corrosion to under side of vehicle.
    • NoteTesting in wet conditions

  21. Pass88,981 miles (+485)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    88,981 miles
    Test number
    749319783274
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • NoteGeneral surface corrosion to exhaust system in places.
    • NoteSurface corrosion to under side of vehicle.
    • NoteTesting in wet conditions

  22. Pass88,496 miles (+155)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    88,496 miles
    Test number
    149160392278
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteOil leak

  23. Pass88,341 miles (+293)1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    88,341 miles
    Test number
    306682461471
    • NoteNearside front steering idler has slight play

  24. Pass88,048 miles5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    88,048 miles
    Test number
    933326360227
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteNearside steering idler has slight play

  25. Fail88,048 miles (+644)6 failures5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,048 miles
    Test number
    521736860233
    • FailureHazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)
    • FailureHazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)
    • FailureHazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)
    • FailureHazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteNearside steering idler has slight play

  26. Pass87,404 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    87,404 miles
    Test number
    420696269262

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail87,404 miles (+2,440)9 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,404 miles
    Test number
    601435269297
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureRear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

  28. Pass84,964 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    84,964 miles
    Test number
    651775258233

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail84,957 miles (+1,931)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,957 miles
    Test number
    953448048258
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

  30. Pass83,026 miles (+1,417)
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    83,026 miles
    Test number
    970627467264

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass81,609 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    81,609 miles
    Test number
    454048346255

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Fail81,606 miles1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,606 miles
    Test number
    302187746480
    • FailureOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Questions about 1000P

What vehicle is registration 1000P currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 1000P on a blue petrol Mercedes-Benz SL first used on 1 Jun 1989. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does 1000P currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on 1000P is valid until 27 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on 1000P?
The MOT on 1000P is valid until 27 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has 1000P done?
1000P was recorded at 93,176 miles at its MOT on 28 Nov 2025, an average of 602 miles a year.
Has 1000P ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 1000P has failed 12 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on 1000P ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on 1000P find?
1000P passed its latest MOT on 28 Nov 2025 with 9 advisories: engine cover & undertrays fitted unable to check certain items; front coil spring corroded n/s & o/s; front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing n/s & o/s outer wall cracking, and 6 more.

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