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Mercedes-Benz SL

Silver · Petrol · 1998 · 3,199 cc

6400 SFMOT history

6400 SF is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz SL first used on 9 Apr 1999. Its MOT is valid until 16 Aug 2027 and it has passed 19 of 26 MOT tests, with 113,462 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 16 Aug 2027
Mileage
113,462 mi
At MOT on 17 Aug 2026
MOT tests
26
19 passed · 7 failed
Per year
1,387 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
6400 SF
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SL
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,199 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
9 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

6400 SF was last recorded at 113,462 miles on 17 Aug 2026, 56 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Jul 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
113,406 miles · 29 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
56 miles
Average per year
1,387 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 113,462 miles
  • 2025 – 113,331 miles
  • 2024 – 113,228 miles
  • 2022 – 112,892 miles
  • 2021 – 112,108 miles
  • 2020 – 111,471 miles
  • 2019 – 111,067 miles
  • 2018 – 110,646 miles
  • 2017 – 110,118 miles
  • 2016 – 107,879 miles
  • 2015 – 105,795 miles
  • 2014 – 104,134 miles
  • 2013 – 103,379 miles
  • 2012 – 100,453 miles
  • 2010 – 98,312 miles
  • 2009 – 96,759 miles
  • 2008 – 94,515 miles
  • 2007 – 91,853 miles
  • 2006 – 85,424 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass113,462 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryAll over corrosion underneath
  • AdvisoryExhaust corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))

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 Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened All

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Exhaust system deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Rear brake pads are worn low

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

26 tests since 2 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass113,462 miles (+56)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    113,462 miles
    Test number
    526526643542
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll over corrosion underneath
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))

  2. Fail113,406 miles (+75)1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,406 miles
    Test number
    582629273589
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch corroded marked in yellow ether side the shocker (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear seat belt stalk outer casing damaged
    • AdvisoryBoth front bottom arms corroded
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded

  3. Pass113,331 miles (+103)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    113,331 miles
    Test number
    138460116521
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated All 4 front and rear (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play Both sides (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake dust shield corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened All (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass113,228 miles (+336)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    113,228 miles
    Test number
    940005158240
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated both front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated both rear (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass112,892 miles (+784)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    112,892 miles
    Test number
    669874387886
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass112,108 miles (+637)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    112,108 miles
    Test number
    430380426022
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases system deteriorated (6.1.2 (a))

  7. Pass111,471 miles (+404)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    111,471 miles
    Test number
    752465695571
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system deteriorated
    • AdvisorySome under body and component surface corrosion

  8. Pass111,067 miles (+421)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    111,067 miles
    Test number
    324962820644
    • AdvisoryExhaust system deteriorated
    • AdvisoryVehicle has some underbody and component surface corrosion

  9. Pass110,646 miles (+528)
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    110,646 miles
    Test number
    752145067245

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass110,118 miles (+50)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    110,118 miles
    Test number
    896118926666
    • AdvisoryRear brake pads are worn low

  11. Fail110,068 miles (+2,189)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,068 miles
    Test number
    522733268095
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed on inner edge (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear worn on inner edge
    • AdvisoryRear brake pads are worn low

  12. Pass107,879 miles (+2,084)
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    107,879 miles
    Test number
    436381218600

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass105,795 miles (+2)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    105,795 miles
    Test number
    845352605244
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • NoteAll alloy wheels corroded

  14. Fail105,793 miles (+1,659)8 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,793 miles
    Test number
    328269285122
    • FailureCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureRear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureSteering damper leaking oil (2.2.C.1f)
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • NoteAll alloy wheels corroded

  15. Pass104,134 miles (+755)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    104,134 miles
    Test number
    475496374124
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Pass103,379 miles (+2,926)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    103,379 miles
    Test number
    789435273125

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass100,453 miles (+45)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2013
    Odometer
    100,453 miles
    Test number
    229914942129

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail100,408 miles (+2,096)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,408 miles
    Test number
    115807432120
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  19. Pass98,312 miles (+1,553)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    98,312 miles
    Test number
    620969940304
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteSlight oil leak from steering damper

  20. Pass96,759 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    96,759 miles
    Test number
    513056679240

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail96,757 miles (+2,242)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,757 miles
    Test number
    373145779477
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass94,515 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    94,515 miles
    Test number
    203829748298
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Fail94,513 miles (+2,660)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,513 miles
    Test number
    202588548244
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass91,853 miles (+6,429)1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    91,853 miles
    Test number
    253841647248
    • NoteO/s/f tyre is starting to get close to the legal limit

  25. Fail85,424 miles2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,424 miles
    Test number
    562843856113
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryFront Torsion bar slight play at an end fixing (2.4.E.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  26. Pass85,424 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    85,424 miles
    Test number
    663493856192
    • AdvisoryFront Torsion bar slight play at an end fixing (2.4.E.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Questions about 6400 SF

What vehicle is registration 6400 SF currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 6400 SF on a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz SL first used on 9 Apr 1999. 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 6400 SF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on 6400 SF is valid until 16 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on 6400 SF?
The MOT on 6400 SF is valid until 16 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has 6400 SF done?
6400 SF was recorded at 113,462 miles at its MOT on 17 Aug 2026, an average of 1,387 miles a year.
Has 6400 SF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 6400 SF has failed 7 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on 6400 SF 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 6400 SF find?
6400 SF passed its latest MOT on 17 Aug 2026 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: offside front suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; all over corrosion underneath; exhaust corroded, and 1 more.

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