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Mercedes-Benz SL

Silver · Petrol · 1996 · 3,199 cc

L2 XRTMOT history

L2 XRT is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz SL first used on 30 Dec 1996. Its MOT is valid until 16 Aug 2027 and it has passed 17 of 21 MOT tests, with 93,020 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 16 Aug 2027
Mileage
93,020 mi
At MOT on 17 Aug 2026
MOT tests
21
17 passed · 4 failed
Per year
1,624 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L2 XRT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SL
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,199 cc
Year of manufacture
1996
First used
30 Dec 1996
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L2 XRT was last recorded at 93,020 miles on 17 Aug 2026, 1,088 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
91,932 miles · 15 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
1,088 miles
Average per year
1,624 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 93,020 miles
  • 2025 – 91,932 miles
  • 2024 – 91,809 miles
  • 2023 – 91,762 miles
  • 2022 – 91,471 miles
  • 2021 – 90,671 miles
  • 2018 – 90,096 miles
  • 2017 – 89,620 miles
  • 2015 – 88,274 miles
  • 2014 – 86,985 miles
  • 2013 – 85,793 miles
  • 2012 – 84,388 miles
  • 2011 – 80,592 miles
  • 2010 – 74,850 miles
  • 2009 – 69,311 miles
  • 2008 – 63,656 miles
  • 2006 – 60,482 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass93,020 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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2025

  • Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2010

Full MOT history

21 tests since 4 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass93,020 miles (+1,088)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    93,020 miles
    Test number
    534431442219

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass91,932 miles (+123)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    91,932 miles
    Test number
    987822505604
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass91,809 miles (+47)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    91,809 miles
    Test number
    858947778799

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass91,762 miles (+291)
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2024
    Odometer
    91,762 miles
    Test number
    449372320376

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass91,471 miles (+800)
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2023
    Odometer
    91,471 miles
    Test number
    387900645914

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass90,671 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2022
    Odometer
    90,671 miles
    Test number
    656940233286

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail90,668 miles (+572)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,668 miles
    Test number
    697809568970
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine - cannot fully see! (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass90,096 miles (+476)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    90,096 miles
    Test number
    365286315360
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass89,620 miles (+1,346)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    89,620 miles
    Test number
    386175329114
    • AdvisoryFront coil spring corroded both sides (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront wheel bearing has slight play both sides (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both sides (4.1.E.1)

  10. Pass88,274 miles (+1,289)
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2016
    Odometer
    88,274 miles
    Test number
    269625435462

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass86,985 miles (+1,192)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2015
    Odometer
    86,985 miles
    Test number
    769713434125
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  12. Pass85,793 miles (+1,405)
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2014
    Odometer
    85,793 miles
    Test number
    318307023148

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass84,388 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    84,388 miles
    Test number
    195150722312

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail84,388 miles (+3,796)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,388 miles
    Test number
    255070422331
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  15. Pass80,592 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    80,592 miles
    Test number
    156259811310

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail80,592 miles (+5,742)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,592 miles
    Test number
    256379911375
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  17. Pass74,850 miles (+5,539)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    74,850 miles
    Test number
    703960610309
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteREAR WINDOW CRACK

  18. Pass69,311 miles (+5,655)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    69,311 miles
    Test number
    384502899202
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  19. Pass63,656 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    63,656 miles
    Test number
    104977768285

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail63,656 miles (+3,174)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,656 miles
    Test number
    871563558277
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

  21. Pass60,482 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    60,482 miles
    Test number
    822246816250

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L2 XRT

Does L2 XRT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L2 XRT is valid until 16 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on L2 XRT?
The MOT on L2 XRT is valid until 16 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L2 XRT done?
L2 XRT was recorded at 93,020 miles at its MOT on 17 Aug 2026, an average of 1,624 miles a year.
Has L2 XRT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L2 XRT has failed 4 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 4 May 2021.
Has the mileage on L2 XRT 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 L2 XRT find?
L2 XRT passed its latest MOT on 17 Aug 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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