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Mercedes-Benz SL

Black · Petrol · 1994 · 4,973 cc

L16 AMGMOT history

L16 AMG is a black petrol Mercedes-Benz SL first used on 31 Dec 1994. Its MOT is valid until 29 Jun 2027 and it has passed 10 of 15 MOT tests, with 97,132 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 29 Jun 2027
Mileage
97,132 mi
At MOT on 30 Jun 2026
MOT tests
15
10 passed · 5 failed
Per year
1,022 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L16 AMG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SL
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,973 cc
Year of manufacture
1994
First used
31 Dec 1994
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L16 AMG was last recorded at 97,132 miles on 30 Jun 2026, 3,302 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
93,830 miles · 19 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
3,302 miles
Average per year
1,022 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 97,132 miles
  • 2025 – 93,830 miles
  • 2019 – 93,300 miles
  • 2018 – 93,288 miles
  • 2014 – 92,958 miles
  • 2013 – 91,865 miles
  • 2012 – 91,823 miles
  • 2009 – 91,088 miles
  • 2008 – 87,051 miles
  • 2007 – 84,614 miles
  • 2006 – 76,793 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass97,132 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.

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2012

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2012

  • Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2009–2012

Full MOT history

15 tests since 2 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass97,132 miles (+3,302)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    97,132 miles
    Test number
    495785679512

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass93,830 miles (+530)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    93,830 miles
    Test number
    735788967679

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass93,300 miles (+12)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    93,300 miles
    Test number
    181858011342

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass93,288 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    93,288 miles
    Test number
    252223849924
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp reflector slightly defective lens cracked (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  5. Fail93,288 miles (+330)1 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,288 miles
    Test number
    146594597376
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator not working bad earth (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp reflector slightly defective lens cracked (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass92,958 miles (+1,093)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    92,958 miles
    Test number
    275402164164
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteN/s/f & n/s/r & o/s/f tyres cracking & getting low

  7. Pass91,865 miles (+42)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    91,865 miles
    Test number
    849341073128
    • NoteBoth front tyres close to limit on outer edges.
    • NoteOSF shock absorber leaking.
    • NoteRear tyres 2.0mm and bald on inner edges.

  8. Fail91,823 miles (+13)1 dangerous1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,823 miles
    Test number
    315940002475
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteAir bag light on

  9. Fail91,810 miles (+722)1 dangerous7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,810 miles
    Test number
    518125102016
    • DangerousBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureSteering system excessively tight (2.2.D.1)

  10. Pass91,088 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    91,088 miles
    Test number
    324530209325

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail91,084 miles (+8)8 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,084 miles
    Test number
    350155599415
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  12. Fail91,076 miles (+4,025)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,076 miles
    Test number
    971611819274
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)
    • FailureFront Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

  13. Pass87,051 miles (+2,437)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    87,051 miles
    Test number
    971668698181
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass84,614 miles (+7,821)
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    84,614 miles
    Test number
    964565517273

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass76,793 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    76,793 miles
    Test number
    882044516277

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L16 AMG

Does L16 AMG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L16 AMG is valid until 29 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on L16 AMG?
The MOT on L16 AMG is valid until 29 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L16 AMG done?
L16 AMG was recorded at 97,132 miles at its MOT on 30 Jun 2026, an average of 1,022 miles a year.
Has L16 AMG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L16 AMG has failed 5 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Jul 2018.
Has the mileage on L16 AMG 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 L16 AMG find?
L16 AMG passed its latest MOT on 30 Jun 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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