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Mercedes-Benz SL

Red · Petrol · 1994 · 2,799 cc

71 JEFMOT history

71 JEF is a red petrol Mercedes-Benz SL first used on 22 Apr 1994. Its MOT is valid until 14 Dec 2026 and it has passed 21 of 23 MOT tests, with 85,727 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 14 Dec 2026
Mileage
85,727 mi
At MOT on 24 Nov 2025
MOT tests
23
21 passed · 2 failed
Per year
2,584 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
71 JEF
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SL
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,799 cc
Year of manufacture
1994
First used
22 Apr 1994
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
24 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

71 JEF was last recorded at 85,727 miles on 24 Nov 2025, 1,529 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
84,198 miles · 28 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
1,529 miles
Average per year
2,584 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 85,727 miles
  • 2024 – 84,198 miles
  • 2023 – 82,797 miles
  • 2022 – 82,384 miles
  • 2021 – 81,330 miles
  • 2020 – 80,204 miles
  • 2019 – 79,565 miles
  • 2018 – 78,058 miles
  • 2017 – 76,662 miles
  • 2016 – 75,415 miles
  • 2015 – 72,378 miles
  • 2014 – 67,538 miles
  • 2013 – 64,536 miles
  • 2012 – 60,191 miles
  • 2011 – 58,837 miles
  • 2010 – 57,280 miles
  • 2009 – 52,839 miles
  • 2008 – 51,722 miles
  • 2007 – 43,286 miles
  • 2006 – 34,892 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass85,727 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryRegistration plate lamp dim
  • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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 Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006–2011

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006–2011

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2011

Full MOT history

23 tests since 24 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass85,727 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    85,727 miles
    Test number
    928880026537
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate lamp dim
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Fail85,727 miles (+1,529)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,727 miles
    Test number
    518335511486
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate lamp dim
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass84,198 miles (+1,401)
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    84,198 miles
    Test number
    270434615123

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass82,797 miles (+413)
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    82,797 miles
    Test number
    128460531161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass82,384 miles (+1,054)
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    82,384 miles
    Test number
    361013718974

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass81,330 miles (+1,126)
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    81,330 miles
    Test number
    707434850646

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass80,204 miles (+639)
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    80,204 miles
    Test number
    861473812743

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass79,565 miles (+1,507)
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    79,565 miles
    Test number
    952145372811

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass78,058 miles (+1,396)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    78,058 miles
    Test number
    603847977908
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust join very rusty
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted not allowing full inspection of engine bay under car

  10. Pass76,662 miles (+1,247)
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    76,662 miles
    Test number
    710941047836

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass75,415 miles (+3,037)
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    75,415 miles
    Test number
    675744562617

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass72,378 miles (+1,678)
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    72,378 miles
    Test number
    899243543458

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass70,700 miles (+3,162)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    70,700 miles
    Test number
    429262455199

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass67,538 miles (+3,002)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    67,538 miles
    Test number
    197856574134

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass64,536 miles (+4,345)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    64,536 miles
    Test number
    909505653138

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass60,191 miles (+1,354)
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    60,191 miles
    Test number
    549743202158

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass58,837 miles (+1,557)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    58,837 miles
    Test number
    215712101198
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass57,280 miles (+4,441)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    57,280 miles
    Test number
    383828570075

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass52,839 miles (+1,117)1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    52,839 miles
    Test number
    660741479000
    • NoteCould not check outer sills as sill covers fitted

  20. Pass51,722 miles (+8,436)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    51,722 miles
    Test number
    723417888088

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass43,286 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    43,286 miles
    Test number
    411602287098

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail43,280 miles (+8,388)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,280 miles
    Test number
    181511887079
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass34,892 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    34,892 miles
    Test number
    420973186040
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about 71 JEF

What vehicle is registration 71 JEF currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 71 JEF on a red petrol Mercedes-Benz SL first used on 22 Apr 1994. 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 71 JEF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on 71 JEF is valid until 14 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on 71 JEF?
The MOT on 71 JEF is valid until 14 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has 71 JEF done?
71 JEF was recorded at 85,727 miles at its MOT on 24 Nov 2025, an average of 2,584 miles a year.
Has 71 JEF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 71 JEF has failed 2 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on 71 JEF 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 71 JEF find?
71 JEF passed its latest MOT on 24 Nov 2025 with 2 advisories: registration plate lamp dim; tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all.

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