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Mercedes-Benz SL

Blue · Petrol · 1996 · 3,199 cc

H1 ECCMOT history

H1 ECC is a blue petrol Mercedes-Benz SL first used on 30 Dec 1996. Its MOT is valid until 12 Aug 2027 and it has passed 19 of 22 MOT tests, with 87,035 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 12 Aug 2027
Mileage
87,035 mi
At MOT on 13 Aug 2026
MOT tests
22
19 passed · 3 failed
Per year
1,253 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
H1 ECC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SL
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,199 cc
Year of manufacture
1996
First used
30 Dec 1996
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

H1 ECC was last recorded at 87,035 miles on 13 Aug 2026, 8 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
87,027 miles · 7 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
8 miles
Average per year
1,253 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 87,035 miles
  • 2025 – 87,027 miles
  • 2024 – 87,023 miles
  • 2023 – 87,019 miles
  • 2022 – 87,006 miles
  • 2021 – 87,003 miles
  • 2020 – 86,983 miles
  • 2019 – 86,950 miles
  • 2018 – 86,902 miles
  • 2017 – 86,847 miles
  • 2015 – 86,796 miles
  • 2014 – 84,625 miles
  • 2013 – 84,010 miles
  • 2012 – 81,540 miles
  • 2011 – 81,322 miles
  • 2010 – 80,050 miles
  • 2009 – 77,361 miles
  • 2008 – 74,522 miles
  • 2006 – 62,112 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass87,035 miles
  • AdvisoryMiddle exhaust section out skin corroded and peeled / not blowing
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened Rubber strut mount cracking early signs of seperation (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened Rubber strut mount cracking early signs of seperation (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened General corrosion and flaking to both front and rear suspension components / all solid (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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.

  • Offside Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2014

Full MOT history

22 tests since 20 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass87,035 miles (+8)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    87,035 miles
    Test number
    875001369351
    • AdvisoryMiddle exhaust section out skin corroded and peeled / not blowing
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened Rubber strut mount cracking early signs of seperation (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened Rubber strut mount cracking early signs of seperation (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened General corrosion and flaking to both front and rear suspension components / all solid (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass87,027 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    87,027 miles
    Test number
    525347548115

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass87,023 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    87,023 miles
    Test number
    747144726048
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass87,019 miles (+13)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    87,019 miles
    Test number
    317026209165

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass87,006 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    87,006 miles
    Test number
    721951445130

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass87,003 miles (+20)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    87,003 miles
    Test number
    205409298083
    • AdvisoryRear coil springs rusting

  7. Pass86,983 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    86,983 miles
    Test number
    688691207290

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail86,983 miles (+33)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,983 miles
    Test number
    133100262198
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

  9. Pass86,950 miles (+48)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    86,950 miles
    Test number
    750879486617

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass86,902 miles (+55)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    86,902 miles
    Test number
    661266622430

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass86,847 miles (+51)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    86,847 miles
    Test number
    950186540873

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass86,796 miles (+2,171)
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    86,796 miles
    Test number
    168086337101

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass84,625 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    84,625 miles
    Test number
    507920484094

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail84,623 miles (+613)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,623 miles
    Test number
    409877874015
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

  15. Pass84,010 miles (+2,470)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    84,010 miles
    Test number
    669141883044
    • AdvisoryFront wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres wearing low in centres

  16. Pass81,540 miles (+218)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    81,540 miles
    Test number
    306388752019
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  17. Pass81,322 miles (+1,272)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    81,322 miles
    Test number
    989215271059
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • NoteWiper blade slightly deteriorated.
    • NoteSlight oil leak n/s engine

  18. Pass80,050 miles (+2,689)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    80,050 miles
    Test number
    430216070072

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass77,361 miles (+2,839)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    77,361 miles
    Test number
    892464289057

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass74,522 miles (+15)
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    74,522 miles
    Test number
    812814778099

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail74,507 miles (+12,395)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,507 miles
    Test number
    120193678056
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres tracking out

  22. Pass62,112 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    62,112 miles
    Test number
    502873766275
    • NoteBoth rear tyres have cracks in tread pattern and are worn on the inside edges

Questions about H1 ECC

Does H1 ECC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on H1 ECC is valid until 12 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on H1 ECC?
The MOT on H1 ECC is valid until 12 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has H1 ECC done?
H1 ECC was recorded at 87,035 miles at its MOT on 13 Aug 2026, an average of 1,253 miles a year.
Has H1 ECC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. H1 ECC has failed 3 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Jul 2020.
Has the mileage on H1 ECC 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 H1 ECC find?
H1 ECC passed its latest MOT on 13 Aug 2026 with 7 advisories: middle exhaust section out skin corroded and peeled / not blowing; nearside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; nearside front upper macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened rubber strut mount cracking early signs of seperation, and 4 more.

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