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Mercedes-Benz SL

White and White · Petrol · 1995 · 2,799 cc

K55 PPDMOT history

K55 PPD is a white and white petrol Mercedes-Benz SL first used on 28 Feb 1995. Its MOT is valid until 12 Jun 2027 and it has passed 19 of 21 MOT tests, with 41,993 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 12 Jun 2027
Mileage
41,993 mi
At MOT on 28 May 2026
MOT tests
21
19 passed · 2 failed
Per year
562 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K55 PPD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SL
Colour
White and White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,799 cc
Year of manufacture
1995
First used
28 Feb 1995
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
28 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K55 PPD was last recorded at 41,993 miles on 28 May 2026, 668 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
41,325 miles · 13 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
668 miles
Average per year
562 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 41,993 miles
  • 2025 – 41,325 miles
  • 2024 – 41,134 miles
  • 2023 – 40,309 miles
  • 2021 – 40,130 miles
  • 2020 – 39,814 miles
  • 2019 – 39,448 miles
  • 2018 – 39,149 miles
  • 2017 – 38,717 miles
  • 2016 – 38,586 miles
  • 2015 – 37,337 miles
  • 2013 – 36,578 miles
  • 2012 – 35,591 miles
  • 2011 – 33,730 miles
  • 2010 – 32,622 miles
  • 2009 – 31,896 miles
  • 2008 – 31,791 miles
  • 2007 – 31,713 miles
  • 2006 – 30,645 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass41,993 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 Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2021

Full MOT history

21 tests since 15 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass41,993 miles (+668)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    41,993 miles
    Test number
    800710232968

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass41,325 miles (+191)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    41,325 miles
    Test number
    178730928720

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass41,134 miles (+825)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    41,134 miles
    Test number
    902462093353

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass40,309 miles (+179)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2024
    Odometer
    40,309 miles
    Test number
    219375840377
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all 4 of them (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass40,130 miles (+316)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    40,130 miles
    Test number
    954822557829
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both front (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass39,814 miles (+366)
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    39,814 miles
    Test number
    514184885213

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass39,448 miles (+2)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    39,448 miles
    Test number
    162945524695
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened slight wear and surface corrosion on discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust clamp and bolts corroded

  8. Fail39,446 miles (+297)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,446 miles
    Test number
    290958922565
    • MajorRear Service brake excessively fluctuating both sides (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlastic under trays and sill covers fitted
    • AdvisoryRear sub frame pitted

  9. Pass39,149 miles (+432)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    39,149 miles
    Test number
    546747024115
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Around front/top of engine and offside of engine. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass38,717 miles (+131)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    38,717 miles
    Test number
    750056339354
    • AdvisoryFuel tank cap seal perished but not on part that meets filler neck.

  11. Pass38,586 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    38,586 miles
    Test number
    661478900694

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail38,586 miles (+1,249)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,586 miles
    Test number
    242612664692
    • FailureRegistration plate displaying a honeycomb or similar effect background Both number plates display honeycomb background. (6.3.3)

  13. Pass37,337 miles (+759)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    37,337 miles
    Test number
    116700965179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass36,578 miles (+987)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    36,578 miles
    Test number
    958974173270

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass35,591 miles (+1,861)
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    35,591 miles
    Test number
    128554142271

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass33,730 miles (+1,108)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    33,730 miles
    Test number
    548446161188

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass32,622 miles (+726)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    32,622 miles
    Test number
    422159860153
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  18. Pass31,896 miles (+105)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2010
    Odometer
    31,896 miles
    Test number
    584788049131
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • NoteOil leak

  19. Pass31,791 miles (+78)
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    31,791 miles
    Test number
    124196258457

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass31,713 miles (+1,068)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    31,713 miles
    Test number
    292323077072
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

  21. Pass30,645 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    30,645 miles
    Test number
    850354876033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about K55 PPD

Does K55 PPD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K55 PPD is valid until 12 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on K55 PPD?
The MOT on K55 PPD is valid until 12 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K55 PPD done?
K55 PPD was recorded at 41,993 miles at its MOT on 28 May 2026, an average of 562 miles a year.
Has K55 PPD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K55 PPD has failed 2 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Aug 2019.
Has the mileage on K55 PPD 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 K55 PPD find?
K55 PPD passed its latest MOT on 28 May 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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