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Mercedes-Benz SL

Blue and Blue · Petrol · 2000 · 4,973 cc

K55 RLCMOT history

K55 RLC is a blue and blue petrol Mercedes-Benz SL first used on 21 Mar 2000. Its MOT is valid until 24 Sept 2027 and it has passed 21 of 24 MOT tests, with 96,999 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Sept 2026.

K55 RLC blue 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 24 Sept 2027
Mileage
96,999 mi
At MOT on 23 Sept 2026
MOT tests
24
21 passed · 3 failed
Per year
1,874 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K55 RLC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SL
Colour
Blue and Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,973 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
21 Mar 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K55 RLC was last recorded at 96,999 miles on 23 Sept 2026, 2,330 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
94,669 miles · 24 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
2,330 miles
Average per year
1,874 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 96,999 miles
  • 2025 – 94,669 miles
  • 2024 – 92,843 miles
  • 2023 – 91,201 miles
  • 2022 – 90,568 miles
  • 2021 – 89,749 miles
  • 2020 – 88,337 miles
  • 2019 – 87,441 miles
  • 2018 – 86,376 miles
  • 2017 – 85,883 miles
  • 2016 – 85,023 miles
  • 2015 – 84,357 miles
  • 2014 – 83,642 miles
  • 2013 – 81,704 miles
  • 2012 – 80,279 miles
  • 2011 – 79,010 miles
  • 2010 – 77,449 miles
  • 2009 – 76,651 miles
  • 2008 – 73,082 miles
  • 2007 – 67,753 miles
  • 2006 – 58,497 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass96,999 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (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.

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2015

  • Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2007–2008

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass96,999 miles (+2,330)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    96,999 miles
    Test number
    766616812371
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass94,669 miles (+1,826)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    94,669 miles
    Test number
    326495826296
    • AdvisoryDeep cut in the offside rear tyre tread
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak evident

  3. Pass92,843 miles (+1,642)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    92,843 miles
    Test number
    942945507650
    • AdvisoryMinor engine oil leaks apparent

  4. Pass91,201 miles (+633)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    91,201 miles
    Test number
    796513603507

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass90,568 miles (+819)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    90,568 miles
    Test number
    490798596810
    • AdvisoryVarious suspension components slightly corroded

  6. Pass89,749 miles (+1,412)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    89,749 miles
    Test number
    693938448198
    • AdvisoryFront indicators very pale n.s and o.s
    • AdvisoryCentre steering link, n.s ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

  7. Pass88,337 miles (+896)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    88,337 miles
    Test number
    987897500540
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass87,441 miles (+1,065)
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    87,441 miles
    Test number
    332365516897

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass86,376 miles (+493)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    86,376 miles
    Test number
    391773791139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass85,883 miles (+860)
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    85,883 miles
    Test number
    935811504152

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass85,023 miles (+666)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    85,023 miles
    Test number
    337534735594
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded Both front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

  12. Pass84,357 miles (+715)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    84,357 miles
    Test number
    260812047598
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  13. Pass83,642 miles (+1,938)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    83,642 miles
    Test number
    328933534406
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  14. Pass81,704 miles (+1,425)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    81,704 miles
    Test number
    426560143283
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Pass80,279 miles (+1,269)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    80,279 miles
    Test number
    819337522244
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  16. Pass79,010 miles (+1,561)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    79,010 miles
    Test number
    428881301270

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass77,449 miles (+798)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    77,449 miles
    Test number
    930880910260
    • NoteBoth front tyres outer sidewalls perished
    • NoteO/s/f side light dim

  18. Pass76,651 miles (+3,569)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    76,651 miles
    Test number
    230574279285
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryInner Lower Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOuter Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NotePark brake travel near limit max end

  19. Pass73,082 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    73,082 miles
    Test number
    101238398092

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail73,082 miles (+13)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,082 miles
    Test number
    610618498056
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  21. Fail73,069 miles (+5,316)1 dangerous5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,069 miles
    Test number
    992878588062
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureOffside Steering damper gland failed and leaking oil (2.2.C.1e)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  22. Pass67,753 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    67,753 miles
    Test number
    742898987024

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail67,752 miles (+9,255)2 failures2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,752 miles
    Test number
    282117787007
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  24. Pass58,497 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    58,497 miles
    Test number
    191495166433

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about K55 RLC

Does K55 RLC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K55 RLC is valid until 24 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on K55 RLC?
The MOT on K55 RLC is valid until 24 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K55 RLC done?
K55 RLC was recorded at 96,999 miles at its MOT on 23 Sept 2026, an average of 1,874 miles a year.
Has K55 RLC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K55 RLC has failed 3 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Apr 2008.
Has the mileage on K55 RLC 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 RLC find?
K55 RLC passed its latest MOT on 23 Sept 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; oil leak, but not excessive.

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