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Mercedes-Benz SL

Black · Petrol · 2004 · 3,724 cc

K44 DYAMOT history

K44 DYA is a black petrol Mercedes-Benz SL first used on 8 Mar 2004. Its MOT is valid until 12 Oct 2027 and it has passed 13 of 17 MOT tests, with 137,176 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Oct 2026.

K44 DYA black Mercedes-Benz Sl – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Mercedes-Benz Sl, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 12 Oct 2027
Mileage
137,176 mi
At MOT on 13 Oct 2026
MOT tests
17
13 passed · 4 failed
Per year
3,994 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K44 DYA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SL
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,724 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
8 Mar 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K44 DYA was last recorded at 137,176 miles on 13 Oct 2026, 96 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Aug 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
137,080 miles · 9 Aug 2023
Between the last two tests
96 miles
Average per year
3,994 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 137,176 miles
  • 2023 – 137,080 miles
  • 2022 – 136,263 miles
  • 2021 – 136,219 miles
  • 2019 – 131,400 miles
  • 2016 – 127,977 miles
  • 2015 – 122,748 miles
  • 2014 – 114,656 miles
  • 2013 – 99,479 miles
  • 2012 – 95,104 miles
  • 2011 – 89,758 miles
  • 2010 – 84,917 miles
  • 2009 – 76,860 miles
  • 2008 – 68,164 miles
  • 2007 – 58,731 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass137,176 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (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.

  • Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Windscreen in an unacceptable condition

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Offside rear parking (secondary) brake grabbing slightly (3.7.B.6b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

17 tests since 21 Feb 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass137,176 miles (+96)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    137,176 miles
    Test number
    889135728528
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  2. Fail137,080 miles (+817)6 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,080 miles
    Test number
    644940921308
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorWindscreen in an unacceptable condition (3.2 (c) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge WORN INNER EDGE (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryO/S/R SHOCK ABSORBER LEAKING
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Rear Differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  3. Pass136,263 miles (+44)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    136,263 miles
    Test number
    562446318926
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  4. Fail136,219 miles (+4,819)8 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,219 miles
    Test number
    402846580832
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorFront Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MajorRear Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))
    • MajorWindscreen in an unacceptable condition (3.2 (c) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  5. Pass131,400 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    131,400 miles
    Test number
    387308508286

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail131,399 miles (+3,422)8 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,399 miles
    Test number
    989716230263
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Front arm (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Front arm (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryIgnition light is on
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  7. Pass127,977 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    127,977 miles
    Test number
    107789379658
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear parking (secondary) brake grabbing slightly (3.7.B.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both sides (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
  8. Fail127,977 miles (+5,229)1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,977 miles
    Test number
    164220156344
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear parking (secondary) brake grabbing slightly (3.7.B.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both sides (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
  9. Pass122,748 miles (+8,092)
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    122,748 miles
    Test number
    839861472541

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass114,656 miles (+15,177)
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    114,656 miles
    Test number
    445435974283

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass99,479 miles (+4,375)
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    99,479 miles
    Test number
    105467563221

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass95,104 miles (+5,346)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    95,104 miles
    Test number
    127483502219

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass89,758 miles (+4,841)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    89,758 miles
    Test number
    697903401234

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass84,917 miles (+8,057)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    84,917 miles
    Test number
    280769660402

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass76,860 miles (+8,696)
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    76,860 miles
    Test number
    111664719161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass68,164 miles (+9,433)
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    68,164 miles
    Test number
    120287658061

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass58,731 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    58,731 miles
    Test number
    362612957090

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about K44 DYA

Does K44 DYA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K44 DYA is valid until 12 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on K44 DYA?
The MOT on K44 DYA is valid until 12 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K44 DYA done?
K44 DYA was recorded at 137,176 miles at its MOT on 13 Oct 2026, an average of 3,994 miles a year.
Has K44 DYA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K44 DYA has failed 4 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Aug 2023.
Has the mileage on K44 DYA 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 K44 DYA find?
K44 DYA passed its latest MOT on 13 Oct 2026 with 1 minor defect: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view.

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