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Mercedes-Benz SL

Blue · Petrol · 1985 · 2,746 cc

B985 DBVMOT history

B985 DBV is a blue petrol Mercedes-Benz SL first used on 31 Dec 1985. Its MOT expired on 19 Jun 2026 and it has passed 19 of 22 MOT tests, with 148,134 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 May 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 19 Jun 2026
Mileage
148,134 mi
At MOT on 27 May 2025
MOT tests
22
19 passed · 3 failed
Per year
685 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
B985 DBV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SL
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,746 cc
Year of manufacture
1985
First used
31 Dec 1985
MOT status
MOT expired on 19 Jun 2026
Latest MOT test
27 May 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

B985 DBV was last recorded at 148,134 miles on 27 May 2025, 205 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 May 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
147,929 miles · 22 May 2024
Between the last two tests
205 miles
Average per year
685 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 148,134 miles
  • 2024 – 147,929 miles
  • 2023 – 147,862 miles
  • 2022 – 147,741 miles
  • 2021 – 147,672 miles
  • 2020 – 147,364 miles
  • 2019 – 147,175 miles
  • 2018 – 146,490 miles
  • 2016 – 146,294 miles
  • 2015 – 146,056 miles
  • 2014 – 145,611 miles
  • 2013 – 145,296 miles
  • 2012 – 144,965 miles
  • 2011 – 143,987 miles
  • 2010 – 143,370 miles
  • 2009 – 140,157 miles
  • 2008 – 136,789 miles
  • 2007 – 135,563 miles
  • 2006 – 135,100 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass148,134 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • MinorNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2020

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, 2011–2012

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2012

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2012

  • Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2010

Full MOT history

22 tests since 17 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass148,134 miles (+205)3 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    148,134 miles
    Test number
    433363826842
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass147,929 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    147,929 miles
    Test number
    643969394401
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail147,925 miles (+63)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,925 miles
    Test number
    280865338889
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass147,862 miles (+121)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    147,862 miles
    Test number
    129911304794
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass147,741 miles (+69)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    147,741 miles
    Test number
    493011481494
    • AdvisoryOffside Front ABS Mounting area corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  6. Pass147,672 miles (+308)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    147,672 miles
    Test number
    913198746206
    • AdvisoryOffside Front ABS Unit mounting area corrosion
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass147,364 miles (+189)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    147,364 miles
    Test number
    632795534912
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (1.1.21 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box slight play between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.1.3 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass147,175 miles (+685)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    147,175 miles
    Test number
    175976506998

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass146,490 miles (+17)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    146,490 miles
    Test number
    414814049621

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail146,473 miles (+179)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,473 miles
    Test number
    276646059009
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength wheel arch shock mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer badly corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass146,294 miles (+238)
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    146,294 miles
    Test number
    217610692185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass146,056 miles (+445)
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2016
    Odometer
    146,056 miles
    Test number
    736965025179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass145,611 miles (+315)
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2015
    Odometer
    145,611 miles
    Test number
    417466124191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass145,296 miles (+331)
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2014
    Odometer
    145,296 miles
    Test number
    357580933188

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass144,965 miles (+978)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2013
    Odometer
    144,965 miles
    Test number
    239789242442
    • 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 Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass143,987 miles (+24)
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2012
    Odometer
    143,987 miles
    Test number
    397337231187

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail143,963 miles (+593)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,963 miles
    Test number
    309486021102
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • 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 Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass143,370 miles (+3,213)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2011
    Odometer
    143,370 miles
    Test number
    322859010170
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  19. Pass140,157 miles (+3,368)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2010
    Odometer
    140,157 miles
    Test number
    233550549154
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  20. Pass136,789 miles (+1,226)
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2009
    Odometer
    136,789 miles
    Test number
    953013548167

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass135,563 miles (+463)
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2008
    Odometer
    135,563 miles
    Test number
    310201347122

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass135,100 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2007
    Odometer
    135,100 miles
    Test number
    910957436198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about B985 DBV

Does B985 DBV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on B985 DBV expired on 19 Jun 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on B985 DBV?
The MOT on B985 DBV expired on 19 Jun 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has B985 DBV done?
B985 DBV was recorded at 148,134 miles at its MOT on 27 May 2025, an average of 685 miles a year.
Has B985 DBV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. B985 DBV has failed 3 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 20 May 2024.
Has the mileage on B985 DBV 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 B985 DBV find?
B985 DBV passed its latest MOT on 27 May 2025 with 3 minor defects and 3 advisories: nearside front inner track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; nearside front outer track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; steering box leaking oil, and 3 more.

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