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Mercedes-Benz SL

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 4,973 cc

K111 SHYMOT history

K111 SHY is a black petrol Mercedes-Benz SL first used on 15 Jan 1999. Its MOT is valid until 15 Aug 2027 and it has passed 12 of 16 MOT tests, with 69,940 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 15 Aug 2027
Mileage
69,940 mi
At MOT on 10 Aug 2026
MOT tests
16
12 passed · 4 failed
Per year
1,110 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K111 SHY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SL
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,973 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
15 Jan 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K111 SHY was last recorded at 69,940 miles on 10 Aug 2026, 513 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Jul 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 23 Apr 2008: 53,452 miles, lower than 63,445 miles on 22 Apr 2008.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
69,427 miles · 28 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
513 miles
Average per year
1,110 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 69,940 miles
  • 2025 – 69,427 miles
  • 2024 – 68,403 miles
  • 2023 – 68,050 miles
  • 2022 – 67,073 miles
  • 2012 – 59,946 miles
  • 2011 – 59,363 miles
  • 2010 – 58,612 miles
  • 2009 – 55,203 miles
  • 2008 – 53,452 miles
  • 2007 – 48,575 miles
  • 2006 – 47,356 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass69,940 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

  • Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

Full MOT history

16 tests since 6 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass69,940 miles (+513)
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    69,940 miles
    Test number
    598531479463

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass69,427 miles (+1,024)
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    69,427 miles
    Test number
    949930583976

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass68,403 miles (+353)
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    68,403 miles
    Test number
    787517371565

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass68,050 miles (+977)
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    68,050 miles
    Test number
    125376635750

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass67,073 miles (+7,127)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    67,073 miles
    Test number
    947395970281

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass59,946 miles (+60)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    59,946 miles
    Test number
    237655202192
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteLight scoring windscreen
    • NoteUnable to fully check metal brake pipes as coated in grease

  7. Fail59,886 miles (+523)6 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,886 miles
    Test number
    385734382041
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureFront registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailurePower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) fouling other parts of the vehicle (2.3.2)
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteGearbox oil pipe leaking
    • NoteUnable to fully check metal brake pipes as coated in grease

  8. Pass59,363 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    59,363 miles
    Test number
    895858031256
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisorySteering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)
    • NoteOil leak

  9. Fail59,363 miles (+751)3 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,363 miles
    Test number
    989967331209
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisorySteering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)
    • NoteOil leak

  10. Pass58,612 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    58,612 miles
    Test number
    570012170106

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail58,602 miles (+3,399)1 dangerous1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,602 miles
    Test number
    500648160112
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureFront Steering damper leaking oil (2.2.C.1f)
    • NoteN/s/f tyre bald inside edge

  12. Pass55,203 miles (+1,751)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    55,203 miles
    Test number
    153341529151
    • 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)

  13. Pass53,452 miles (-9,993)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    53,452 miles
    Test number
    851404318129

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail63,445 miles (+14,870)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,445 miles
    Test number
    804153918122
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  15. Pass48,575 miles (+1,219)1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    48,575 miles
    Test number
    920949307182
    • NoteOff side rear tyre bald inside edge

  16. Pass47,356 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    47,356 miles
    Test number
    400116496076
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about K111 SHY

Does K111 SHY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K111 SHY is valid until 15 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on K111 SHY?
The MOT on K111 SHY is valid until 15 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K111 SHY done?
K111 SHY was recorded at 69,940 miles at its MOT on 10 Aug 2026, an average of 1,110 miles a year.
Has K111 SHY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K111 SHY has failed 4 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Mar 2012.
Has the mileage on K111 SHY ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 23 Apr 2008. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on K111 SHY find?
K111 SHY passed its latest MOT on 10 Aug 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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