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Mercedes-Benz SL

Black · Petrol · 2012 · 5,461 cc

L16 KSNMOT history

L16 KSN is a black petrol Mercedes-Benz SL first used on 26 Nov 2012. Its MOT is valid until 18 Apr 2027 and it has passed 10 of 11 MOT tests, with 49,693 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 18 Apr 2027
Mileage
49,693 mi
At MOT on 10 Apr 2026
MOT tests
11
10 passed · 1 failed
Per year
3,587 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L16 KSN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SL
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
5,461 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
26 Nov 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L16 KSN was last recorded at 49,693 miles on 10 Apr 2026, 1,867 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
47,826 miles · 19 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
1,867 miles
Average per year
3,587 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 49,693 miles
  • 2025 – 47,826 miles
  • 2024 – 46,011 miles
  • 2023 – 42,003 miles
  • 2022 – 37,415 miles
  • 2021 – 33,466 miles
  • 2020 – 30,589 miles
  • 2018 – 24,596 miles
  • 2016 – 15,841 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass49,693 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

11 tests since 1 Nov 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass49,693 miles (+1,867)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    49,693 miles
    Test number
    431391797606
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass47,826 miles (+1,815)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    47,826 miles
    Test number
    714978535108
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass46,011 miles (+4,008)
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    46,011 miles
    Test number
    364198908644

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass42,003 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    42,003 miles
    Test number
    584995758172

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail41,999 miles (+4,584)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,999 miles
    Test number
    859841681259
    • MajorNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  6. Pass37,415 miles (+3,949)
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    37,415 miles
    Test number
    768180006640

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass33,466 miles (+2,877)
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    33,466 miles
    Test number
    591656685991

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass30,589 miles (+5,993)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    30,589 miles
    Test number
    741076778742

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass24,596 miles (+3,961)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    24,596 miles
    Test number
    102886475427

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass20,635 miles (+4,794)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    20,635 miles
    Test number
    746853482957

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass15,841 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    15,841 miles
    Test number
    592554557805
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about L16 KSN

Does L16 KSN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L16 KSN is valid until 18 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on L16 KSN?
The MOT on L16 KSN is valid until 18 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L16 KSN done?
L16 KSN was recorded at 49,693 miles at its MOT on 10 Apr 2026, an average of 3,587 miles a year.
Has L16 KSN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L16 KSN has failed 1 of its 11 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Feb 2023.
Has the mileage on L16 KSN 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 KSN find?
L16 KSN passed its latest MOT on 10 Apr 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside front tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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