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Mercedes-Benz SL

Red · Petrol · 1986 · 2,962 cc

7753 KOMOT history

7753 KO is a red petrol Mercedes-Benz SL first used on 24 Oct 1986. Its MOT is valid until 8 Nov 2027 and it has passed 21 of 28 MOT tests, with 64,619 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 8 Nov 2027
Mileage
64,619 mi
At MOT on 20 Oct 2026
MOT tests
28
21 passed · 7 failed
Per year
873 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
7753 KO
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SL
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,962 cc
Year of manufacture
1986
First used
24 Oct 1986
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Nov 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

7753 KO was last recorded at 64,619 miles on 20 Oct 2026, 126 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
64,493 miles · 22 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
126 miles
Average per year
873 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 64,619 miles
  • 2025 – 64,493 miles
  • 2024 – 63,922 miles
  • 2023 – 63,365 miles
  • 2022 – 63,108 miles
  • 2021 – 62,973 miles
  • 2020 – 62,162 miles
  • 2019 – 62,100 miles
  • 2018 – 61,413 miles
  • 2017 – 60,375 miles
  • 2016 – 59,607 miles
  • 2015 – 58,322 miles
  • 2014 – 57,187 miles
  • 2013 – 56,041 miles
  • 2012 – 55,219 miles
  • 2011 – 53,951 miles
  • 2010 – 52,597 miles
  • 2009 – 51,579 miles
  • 2008 – 50,534 miles
  • 2007 – 49,461 miles
  • 2006 – 47,159 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass64,619 miles
  • MinorFront Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))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.

  • Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both front lower

    Minor6 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier

    Minor3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2012–2016

  • Both rear tyre tread depths getting low

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

Full MOT history

28 tests since 18 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass64,619 miles (+126)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2027
    Odometer
    64,619 miles
    Test number
    857324233407
    • MinorFront Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass64,493 miles (+571)3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    64,493 miles
    Test number
    504454670278
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play BOTH (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive REAR DIFF (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  3. Pass63,922 miles (+557)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    63,922 miles
    Test number
    303275203830
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front ball joint covers perised
    • AdvisorySlight play in wheel bearings

  4. Pass63,365 miles (+257)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    63,365 miles
    Test number
    719373044352
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorSuspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both front lower (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside washer jet blocked
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryWheel bearing has slight play both front (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  5. Pass63,108 miles (+135)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    63,108 miles
    Test number
    545705868659
    • MinorSuspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both front lower (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge + both front 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass62,973 miles (+811)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    62,973 miles
    Test number
    639986698509
    • MinorSuspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both front lower (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass62,162 miles (+62)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    62,162 miles
    Test number
    579027057978
    • MinorSuspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both front lower (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass62,100 miles (+687)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    62,100 miles
    Test number
    559384512057
    • MinorSuspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both front lower (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass61,413 miles (+1,038)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    61,413 miles
    Test number
    654874613949
    • MinorSuspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both front lower (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyre tread depths getting low

  10. Pass60,375 miles (+768)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    60,375 miles
    Test number
    347702025938
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyre tread depths getting low

  11. Pass59,607 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    59,607 miles
    Test number
    160784453646

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail59,607 miles (+1,285)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,607 miles
    Test number
    891397986488
    • FailureNearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureRear parking (secondary) brakes imbalanced (3.7.B.6b)

  13. Pass58,322 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    58,322 miles
    Test number
    490828267037

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail58,322 miles (+1,135)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,322 miles
    Test number
    732331441695
    • FailureNearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

  15. Pass57,187 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    57,187 miles
    Test number
    685280494244

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail57,186 miles (+1,145)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,186 miles
    Test number
    289233684281
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

  17. Pass56,041 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    56,041 miles
    Test number
    378705373410
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteWipers could be better

  18. Fail56,041 miles (+822)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,041 miles
    Test number
    199555073206
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteWipers could be better

  19. Pass55,219 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    55,219 miles
    Test number
    887926772266

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail55,219 miles (+1,268)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,219 miles
    Test number
    356716072223
    • FailureNearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

  21. Pass53,951 miles (+1,354)1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    53,951 miles
    Test number
    148847671255
    • NoteN/s/f brake binding on very slightly

  22. Pass52,597 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    52,597 miles
    Test number
    473715380211

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail52,597 miles (+1,018)1 dangerous2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,597 miles
    Test number
    263695880258
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake hose leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  24. Pass51,579 miles (+1,045)
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    51,579 miles
    Test number
    171348389279

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass50,534 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    50,534 miles
    Test number
    313992388400

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail50,534 miles (+1,073)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,534 miles
    Test number
    850722688248
    • FailureNearside Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

  27. Pass49,461 miles (+2,302)
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    49,461 miles
    Test number
    392069987412

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass47,159 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    47,159 miles
    Test number
    391551596448

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about 7753 KO

What vehicle is registration 7753 KO currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 7753 KO on a red petrol Mercedes-Benz SL first used on 24 Oct 1986. 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 7753 KO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on 7753 KO is valid until 8 Nov 2027.
When is the MOT due on 7753 KO?
The MOT on 7753 KO is valid until 8 Nov 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has 7753 KO done?
7753 KO was recorded at 64,619 miles at its MOT on 20 Oct 2026, an average of 873 miles a year.
Has 7753 KO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 7753 KO has failed 7 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Oct 2016.
Has the mileage on 7753 KO 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 7753 KO find?
7753 KO passed its latest MOT on 20 Oct 2026 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: front suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both; oil leak, but not excessive; oil leak, but not excessive, and 1 more.

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