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Mercedes-Benz SL

Red · Petrol · 1992 · 2,960 cc

237 WPKMOT history

237 WPK is a red petrol Mercedes-Benz SL first used on 10 Sept 1992. Its MOT expired on 30 May 2025 and it has passed 11 of 19 MOT tests, with 85,844 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 May 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 30 May 2025
Mileage
85,844 mi
At MOT on 31 May 2024
MOT tests
19
11 passed · 8 failed
Per year
Not enough data
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Vehicle details

Registration
237 WPK
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SL
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,960 cc
Year of manufacture
1992
First used
10 Sept 1992
MOT status
MOT expired on 30 May 2025
Latest MOT test
31 May 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

237 WPK was last recorded at 85,844 miles on 31 May 2024, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 May 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 26 May 2012: 83,829 miles, lower than 142,470 miles on 19 May 2008.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
85,844 miles · 22 May 2024
Between the last two tests
0 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 85,844 miles
  • 2022 – 85,844 miles
  • 2021 – 85,844 miles
  • 2018 – 85,840 miles
  • 2017 – 85,766 miles
  • 2016 – 85,729 miles
  • 2015 – 84,374 miles
  • 2014 – 84,094 miles
  • 2013 – 84,040 miles
  • 2012 – 83,829 miles
  • 2008 – 142,470 miles
  • 2006 – 138,811 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass85,844 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Offside Front tyre cracked in tread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Offside Rear tyre cracking in tread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2013–2016

  • Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

19 tests since 20 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass85,844 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2025
    Odometer
    85,844 miles
    Test number
    557535512495

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail85,844 miles6 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,844 miles
    Test number
    233311638761
    • MajorDirection indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed overheating engine (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorHazard warning lamps inoperative (4.4.1 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

  3. Pass85,844 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    85,844 miles
    Test number
    263713715755

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail85,844 miles6 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,844 miles
    Test number
    889167344594
    • Repaired at testHazard warning lamps inoperative (4.4.1 (e))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

  5. Fail85,844 miles (+4)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,844 miles
    Test number
    231356796141
    • MajorBrake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper blade missing (3.4 (b) (ii))

  6. Pass85,840 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    85,840 miles
    Test number
    193256274144
    • AdvisoryFront both tyre sidewalls perishing
    • AdvisoryBoth tyre treads perishing

  7. Fail85,840 miles (+74)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,840 miles
    Test number
    960713658076
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper blade missing (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront both tyre sidewalls perishing
    • AdvisoryBoth tyre treads perishing

  8. Pass85,766 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    85,766 miles
    Test number
    940378397965
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre cracked in tread
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre cracking in tread

  9. Fail85,763 miles (+34)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,763 miles
    Test number
    910927644444
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper blade missing (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre cracked in tread
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre cracking in tread

  10. Pass85,729 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    85,729 miles
    Test number
    720768223117

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail85,729 miles (+1,355)4 dangerous8 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,729 miles
    Test number
    651028573539
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 235/35Y19 (4.1.D.1a)
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 235/35Y19 (4.1.D.1a)
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 235/35Y19 (4.1.D.1a)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 235/45Y19 (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded floor corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded floor corroded in various places (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on not working (8.2.1b)

  12. Pass84,374 miles (+280)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    84,374 miles
    Test number
    808063105269
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteAll 4 tyres tyres slightly perished

  13. Pass84,094 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2015
    Odometer
    84,094 miles
    Test number
    475227634132

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail84,094 miles (+54)7 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,094 miles
    Test number
    477310734167
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • NoteBoth rear axle bushes starting to split

  15. Pass84,040 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    84,040 miles
    Test number
    469564193193
    • NoteBoth rear shock absorber casings corroded

  16. Fail84,040 miles (+211)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,040 miles
    Test number
    446454293117
    • FailureOffside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  17. Pass83,829 miles (-58,641)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2013
    Odometer
    83,829 miles
    Test number
    417897742153
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteBonding split booth front top mounts

  18. Pass142,470 miles (+3,659)
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2009
    Odometer
    142,470 miles
    Test number
    894660848100

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass138,811 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    138,811 miles
    Test number
    520570116142

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about 237 WPK

What vehicle is registration 237 WPK currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 237 WPK on a red petrol Mercedes-Benz SL first used on 10 Sept 1992. 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 237 WPK currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on 237 WPK expired on 30 May 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on 237 WPK?
The MOT on 237 WPK expired on 30 May 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has 237 WPK done?
237 WPK was recorded at 85,844 miles at its MOT on 31 May 2024.
Has 237 WPK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 237 WPK has failed 8 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 22 May 2024.
Has the mileage on 237 WPK ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 26 May 2012. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on 237 WPK find?
237 WPK passed its latest MOT on 31 May 2024 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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