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Mercedes-Benz SL

Silver · Petrol · 2004 · 3,724 cc

K66 BUBMOT history

K66 BUB is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz SL first used on 26 Mar 2004. Its MOT is valid until 10 Apr 2027 and it has passed 20 of 27 MOT tests, with 81,483 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Apr 2026.

K66 BUB silver 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 10 Apr 2027
Mileage
81,483 mi
At MOT on 10 Apr 2026
MOT tests
27
20 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,062 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K66 BUB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SL
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,724 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
26 Mar 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K66 BUB was last recorded at 81,483 miles on 10 Apr 2026, 4,409 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
77,074 miles · 10 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
4,409 miles
Average per year
3,062 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 81,483 miles
  • 2025 – 77,074 miles
  • 2024 – 74,041 miles
  • 2023 – 71,211 miles
  • 2022 – 70,421 miles
  • 2021 – 70,387 miles
  • 2020 – 69,075 miles
  • 2019 – 66,331 miles
  • 2018 – 63,511 miles
  • 2017 – 62,539 miles
  • 2016 – 61,191 miles
  • 2015 – 60,379 miles
  • 2014 – 58,939 miles
  • 2012 – 54,022 miles
  • 2011 – 45,197 miles
  • 2010 – 38,821 miles
  • 2008 – 33,307 miles
  • 2007 – 23,011 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass81,483 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play both side (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

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.

  • Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All 4 tyres

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Undertrays + sill covers fitted

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Oil leak

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021

  • Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2010

Full MOT history

27 tests since 6 Mar 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass81,483 miles (+4,409)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    81,483 miles
    Test number
    446558090364
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play both side (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

  2. Pass77,074 miles (+3,033)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    77,074 miles
    Test number
    965688436214
    • AdvisoryAge related corrosion on brake pipes and suspension

  3. Pass74,041 miles (+2,830)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    74,041 miles
    Test number
    566715075307
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material o/s and n/s (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass71,211 miles (+790)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    71,211 miles
    Test number
    276886293513
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Nearside and Offside (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Track rod end ball joint has slight play Nearside and Offside, inner and outer (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Nearside and Offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Nearside and Offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All 4 Tyres Front and Rear, Thick cracks on all threads and perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass70,421 miles (+34)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    70,421 miles
    Test number
    743408763185
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All 4 tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays + sill covers fitted

  6. Pass70,387 miles (+144)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    70,387 miles
    Test number
    437716678036

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass70,243 miles (+55)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    70,243 miles
    Test number
    865120296870
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryUndertrays + sill covers fitted

  8. Fail70,188 miles (+30)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,188 miles
    Test number
    115773948513
    • MajorElectronic stability control switch not functioning correctly (7.12 (d))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBattery light on
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryUndertrays + sill covers fitted

  9. Fail70,158 miles (+1,083)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,158 miles
    Test number
    462417011185
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryUndertrays + sill covers fitted

  10. Pass69,075 miles (+2,744)
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    69,075 miles
    Test number
    172731292035

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass66,331 miles (+2,820)
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    66,331 miles
    Test number
    221513964166

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass63,511 miles (+972)
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    63,511 miles
    Test number
    351661579984

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass62,539 miles (+1,348)
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    62,539 miles
    Test number
    276413258527

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass61,191 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    61,191 miles
    Test number
    341321902632

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail61,187 miles (+808)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,187 miles
    Test number
    644433623090
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

  16. Pass60,379 miles (+1,440)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    60,379 miles
    Test number
    759195583914
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has slight bulge and damage to sidewall at time of test
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has cut to sidewall but does not expose cords at time of test

  17. Pass58,939 miles (+1,038)
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    58,939 miles
    Test number
    967876134302

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail57,901 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,901 miles
    Test number
    448026904023
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  19. Pass57,901 miles (+3,879)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    57,901 miles
    Test number
    536936404026
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  20. Pass54,022 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    54,022 miles
    Test number
    658974122024

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail54,022 miles (+8,825)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,022 miles
    Test number
    779004122082
    • FailureFront registration plate background overprinted or shadowed with text (6.3.1e)
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) not correctly formed (6.3.4b)
    • FailureRear registration plate background overprinted or shadowed with text (6.3.1e)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) not correctly formed (6.3.4b)

  22. Pass45,197 miles (+6,376)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    45,197 miles
    Test number
    749321821072
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass38,821 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    38,821 miles
    Test number
    482447220098

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail38,821 miles (+5,514)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,821 miles
    Test number
    134307820084
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  25. Pass33,307 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    33,307 miles
    Test number
    991038788261

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail33,307 miles (+10,296)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,307 miles
    Test number
    981682988205
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  27. Pass23,011 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    23,011 miles
    Test number
    903095367075
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about K66 BUB

Does K66 BUB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K66 BUB is valid until 10 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on K66 BUB?
The MOT on K66 BUB is valid until 10 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K66 BUB done?
K66 BUB was recorded at 81,483 miles at its MOT on 10 Apr 2026, an average of 3,062 miles a year.
Has K66 BUB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K66 BUB has failed 7 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Jun 2021.
Has the mileage on K66 BUB 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 K66 BUB find?
K66 BUB passed its latest MOT on 10 Apr 2026 with 3 advisories: front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; front wheel bearing has slight play both side; nearside rear shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect.

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