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Mercedes-Benz SL

Green · Petrol · 1995 · 3,200 cc

CHC 118MOT history

CHC 118 is a green petrol Mercedes-Benz SL first used on 31 Dec 1995. Its MOT expired on 30 Apr 2025 and it has passed 19 of 25 MOT tests, with 103,495 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 May 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 30 Apr 2025
Mileage
103,495 mi
At MOT on 1 May 2024
MOT tests
25
19 passed · 6 failed
Per year
1,831 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
CHC 118
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SL
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,200 cc
Year of manufacture
1995
First used
31 Dec 1995
MOT status
MOT expired on 30 Apr 2025
Latest MOT test
1 May 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

CHC 118 was last recorded at 103,495 miles on 1 May 2024, 226 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Apr 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
103,269 miles · 25 Apr 2023
Between the last two tests
226 miles
Average per year
1,831 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 103,495 miles
  • 2023 – 103,269 miles
  • 2022 – 102,443 miles
  • 2021 – 101,549 miles
  • 2020 – 101,529 miles
  • 2019 – 101,386 miles
  • 2018 – 100,576 miles
  • 2017 – 99,271 miles
  • 2016 – 96,606 miles
  • 2015 – 92,531 miles
  • 2014 – 89,180 miles
  • 2013 – 88,057 miles
  • 2012 – 87,166 miles
  • 2011 – 85,063 miles
  • 2010 – 83,367 miles
  • 2009 – 80,432 miles
  • 2008 – 78,058 miles
  • 2007 – 73,357 miles
  • 2006 – 70,451 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass103,495 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront cross member has advanced corrosionRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryWheel arches have advanced corrosionRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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.

  • Exhaust system rusty

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2017–2023

  • Temporary repair carried out to nearside front wing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2016

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nearside front wing has advanced corrossion

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nearside rear tyre perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

25 tests since 13 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass103,495 miles (+226)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    103,495 miles
    Test number
    947823576320
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront cross member has advanced corrosion
    • AdvisoryWheel arches have advanced corrosion

  2. Pass103,269 miles (+826)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    103,269 miles
    Test number
    520606015564
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system rusty
    • AdvisoryFront cross member has advanced corrosion
    • AdvisoryWheel arches have advanced corrosion

  3. Pass102,443 miles (+894)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    102,443 miles
    Test number
    791390847046
    • AdvisoryPetrol fumes in cabin, no leaks found.
    • AdvisoryTemporary repair carried out to nearside front wing

  4. Pass101,549 miles (+20)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    101,549 miles
    Test number
    226157770944
    • AdvisoryExhaust system rusty
    • AdvisoryNearside front wing has temporary repair

  5. Fail101,529 miles (+143)3 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,529 miles
    Test number
    769992063058
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.1 (c) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system rusty
    • AdvisoryTemporary repair carried out to nearside front wing

  6. Pass101,386 miles (+810)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    101,386 miles
    Test number
    845104211608
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres perishing
    • AdvisoryExhaust system rusty
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  7. Pass100,576 miles (+1,305)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    100,576 miles
    Test number
    854271624764
    • AdvisoryExhaust rusty
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryTemporary repair carried out to nearside front wing

  8. Pass99,271 miles (+32)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    99,271 miles
    Test number
    197332595185
    • AdvisoryExhaust system rusty
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside front wing has advanced corrossion
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre perishing
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre perishing
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  9. Fail99,239 miles (+2,633)1 failure8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,239 miles
    Test number
    534211509460
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryExhaust system rusty
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside front wing has advanced corrossion
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre perishing
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre perishing
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  10. Pass96,606 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    96,606 miles
    Test number
    550432219575
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre bald on outer edge
    • AdvisoryOil leak heavy
    • AdvisoryShock absorber has a slightly worn bush top mount bearing (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres perished
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all 4 coil springs (2.4.C.1b)

  11. Fail96,606 miles (+4,075)1 failure7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,606 miles
    Test number
    106618274397
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre bald on outer edge
    • AdvisoryOil leak heavy
    • AdvisoryShock absorber has a slightly worn bush top mount bearing (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres perished
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all 4 coil springs (2.4.C.1b)

  12. Pass92,531 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    92,531 miles
    Test number
    691090012404

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail92,519 miles (+3,339)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,519 miles
    Test number
    188130249965
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

  14. Pass89,180 miles (+1,123)
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2015
    Odometer
    89,180 miles
    Test number
    285602524112

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass88,057 miles (+891)
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2014
    Odometer
    88,057 miles
    Test number
    317902523165

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass87,166 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2013
    Odometer
    87,166 miles
    Test number
    259341332431

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail87,166 miles (+2,103)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,166 miles
    Test number
    147031732145
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteCentre exhaust section rusty

  18. Pass85,063 miles (+1,696)
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2012
    Odometer
    85,063 miles
    Test number
    599331631156

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass83,367 miles (+2,935)
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2011
    Odometer
    83,367 miles
    Test number
    800741130169

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass80,432 miles (+2,374)
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2010
    Odometer
    80,432 miles
    Test number
    513372739138

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass78,058 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2009
    Odometer
    78,058 miles
    Test number
    273537438473

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail78,058 miles (+4,701)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,058 miles
    Test number
    430276238193
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

  23. Pass73,357 miles (+2,906)
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    73,357 miles
    Test number
    221107107119

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass70,451 miles (+170)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    70,451 miles
    Test number
    434514746262

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass70,281 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    70,281 miles
    Test number
    851992476054

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about CHC 118

What vehicle is registration CHC 118 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show CHC 118 on a green petrol Mercedes-Benz SL first used on 31 Dec 1995. 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 CHC 118 currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on CHC 118 expired on 30 Apr 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on CHC 118?
The MOT on CHC 118 expired on 30 Apr 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has CHC 118 done?
CHC 118 was recorded at 103,495 miles at its MOT on 1 May 2024, an average of 1,831 miles a year.
Has CHC 118 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. CHC 118 has failed 6 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Dec 2020.
Has the mileage on CHC 118 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 CHC 118 find?
CHC 118 passed its latest MOT on 1 May 2024 with 6 advisories: nearside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; nearside front vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced; nearside rear brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule, and 3 more.

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