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Mercedes-Benz SL

Green · Petrol · 1998 · 2,799 cc

L13 CKAMOT history

L13 CKA is a green petrol Mercedes-Benz SL first used on 31 Dec 1998. Its MOT is valid until 4 Oct 2027 and it has passed 17 of 21 MOT tests, with 124,150 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 4 Oct 2027
Mileage
124,150 mi
At MOT on 5 Oct 2026
MOT tests
21
17 passed · 4 failed
Per year
3,241 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L13 CKA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SL
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,799 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
31 Dec 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
5 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L13 CKA was last recorded at 124,150 miles on 5 Oct 2026, 113 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
124,037 miles · 16 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
113 miles
Average per year
3,241 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 124,150 miles
  • 2025 – 124,037 miles
  • 2024 – 122,278 miles
  • 2022 – 122,192 miles
  • 2021 – 121,269 miles
  • 2019 – 117,580 miles
  • 2018 – 116,228 miles
  • 2016 – 112,716 miles
  • 2015 – 104,480 miles
  • 2014 – 95,126 miles
  • 2013 – 86,309 miles
  • 2012 – 81,676 miles
  • 2011 – 79,071 miles
  • 2010 – 74,877 miles
  • 2009 – 71,068 miles
  • 2007 – 59,585 miles
  • 2006 – 58,331 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass124,150 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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.

  • Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

Full MOT history

21 tests since 14 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass124,150 miles (+113)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    124,150 miles
    Test number
    589338610173
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Pass124,037 miles (+1,759)
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    124,037 miles
    Test number
    458838789754

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass122,278 miles (+86)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    122,278 miles
    Test number
    282983254625

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass122,192 miles (+923)
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    122,192 miles
    Test number
    638577690306

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass121,269 miles (+3,689)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    121,269 miles
    Test number
    124662294668
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass117,580 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    117,580 miles
    Test number
    758127191292

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail117,580 miles (+1,352)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,580 miles
    Test number
    612709573943
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass116,228 miles (+3,512)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    116,228 miles
    Test number
    507818824889
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  9. Pass112,716 miles (+8,236)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    112,716 miles
    Test number
    196920462014
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  10. Pass104,480 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2016
    Odometer
    104,480 miles
    Test number
    598649545102
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  11. Fail104,480 miles (+9,354)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,480 miles
    Test number
    655689245163
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  12. Pass95,126 miles (+8,817)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    95,126 miles
    Test number
    836371144065
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  13. Pass86,309 miles (+4,633)1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    86,309 miles
    Test number
    887285533049
    • NoteNail in front tyre

  14. Pass81,676 miles (+2,605)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    81,676 miles
    Test number
    216936142031
    • NoteInsufficient screen washer
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  15. Pass79,071 miles (+4,194)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    79,071 miles
    Test number
    739609101129
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  16. Pass74,877 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    74,877 miles
    Test number
    370541610225

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail74,877 miles (+3,809)2 dangerous4 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,877 miles
    Test number
    371500710482
    • DangerousNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteAll brake discs slightly corroded and pitted
    • NoteN/s/f wheel rim bent

  18. Pass71,068 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    71,068 miles
    Test number
    402228709255
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Fail71,068 miles (+11,483)1 dangerous4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,068 miles
    Test number
    584966709299
    • DangerousBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Pass59,585 miles (+1,254)
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2008
    Odometer
    59,585 miles
    Test number
    694529227149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass58,331 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    58,331 miles
    Test number
    963245166103

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L13 CKA

Does L13 CKA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L13 CKA is valid until 4 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on L13 CKA?
The MOT on L13 CKA is valid until 4 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L13 CKA done?
L13 CKA was recorded at 124,150 miles at its MOT on 5 Oct 2026, an average of 3,241 miles a year.
Has L13 CKA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L13 CKA has failed 4 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 8 May 2019.
Has the mileage on L13 CKA 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 L13 CKA find?
L13 CKA passed its latest MOT on 5 Oct 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; offside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing.

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