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Mercedes-Benz SL

Blue and Silver · Petrol · 1968 · 2,778 cc

DCN 450MOT history

DCN 450 is a blue and silver petrol Mercedes-Benz SL first used on 22 May 1968. Its MOT expired on 9 Jun 2026 and it has passed 10 of 13 MOT tests, with 4,262 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Jun 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 9 Jun 2026
Mileage
4,262 mi
At MOT on 10 Jun 2025
MOT tests
13
10 passed · 3 failed
Per year
0 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
DCN 450
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SL
Colour
Blue and Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,778 cc
Year of manufacture
1968
First used
22 May 1968
MOT status
MOT expired on 9 Jun 2026
Latest MOT test
10 Jun 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

DCN 450 was last recorded at 4,262 miles on 10 Jun 2025, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Jun 2019.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
4,262 miles · 17 Jun 2019
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
0 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 4,262 miles
  • 2019 – 4,262 miles
  • 2017 – 4,262 miles
  • 2016 – 4,262 miles
  • 2014 – 4,262 miles
  • 2010 – 4,262 miles
  • 2009 – 4,262 miles
  • 2008 – 4,257 miles
  • 2007 – 4,257 miles
  • 2006 – 4,254 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass4,262 miles
  • AdvisoryUnderbody seal
  • AdvisoryVarious oil leak but not excessive

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

13 tests since 7 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass4,262 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    4,262 miles
    Test number
    314453469139
    • AdvisoryUnderbody seal
    • AdvisoryVarious oil leak but not excessive

  2. Pass4,262 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    4,262 miles
    Test number
    571871531855

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail4,262 miles4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    4,262 miles
    Test number
    991534357488
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced hole near anti roll bar mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced hole in floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security inner wing has a small hole (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  4. Pass4,262 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2018
    Odometer
    4,262 miles
    Test number
    312519766589

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass4,262 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    4,262 miles
    Test number
    180921151574

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail4,262 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    4,262 miles
    Test number
    667584258153
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded floor (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  7. Pass4,262 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    4,262 miles
    Test number
    277639024390
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  8. Pass4,262 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    4,262 miles
    Test number
    492666170001
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  9. Pass4,262 miles (+5)1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    4,262 miles
    Test number
    301061619160
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteFront to rear metal brake pipe surface rust
    • NoteOffside rear sill surface rust
    • NoteRear floor rust
    • NoteSlight play steering

  10. Pass4,257 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    4,257 miles
    Test number
    130018098099

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. FailMileage not read2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    291178698092
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  12. Pass4,257 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    4,257 miles
    Test number
    253250617139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass4,254 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    4,254 miles
    Test number
    642427996045
    • NoteSurface rust offside rear sill and front to rear metal brake pipe

Questions about DCN 450

What vehicle is registration DCN 450 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show DCN 450 on a blue and silver petrol Mercedes-Benz SL first used on 22 May 1968. 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 DCN 450 currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on DCN 450 expired on 9 Jun 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on DCN 450?
The MOT on DCN 450 expired on 9 Jun 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has DCN 450 done?
DCN 450 was recorded at 4,262 miles at its MOT on 10 Jun 2025, an average of 0 miles a year.
Has DCN 450 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. DCN 450 has failed 3 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Jun 2019.
Has the mileage on DCN 450 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 DCN 450 find?
DCN 450 passed its latest MOT on 10 Jun 2025 with 2 advisories: underbody seal; various oil leak but not excessive.

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