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Mercedes-Benz SL

Blue and Green · Petrol · 1994 · 4,973 cc

L457 SUBMOT history

L457 SUB is a blue and green petrol Mercedes-Benz SL first used on 21 Feb 1994. Its MOT is valid until 23 Sept 2027 and it has passed 21 of 28 MOT tests, with 73,157 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 23 Sept 2027
Mileage
73,157 mi
At MOT on 18 Sept 2026
MOT tests
28
21 passed · 7 failed
Per year
1,333 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L457 SUB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SL
Colour
Blue and Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,973 cc
Year of manufacture
1994
First used
21 Feb 1994
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
18 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L457 SUB was last recorded at 73,157 miles on 18 Sept 2026, 5 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Sept 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
73,152 miles · 5 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
5 miles
Average per year
1,333 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 73,157 miles
  • 2025 – 71,964 miles
  • 2024 – 70,747 miles
  • 2023 – 69,604 miles
  • 2022 – 68,735 miles
  • 2021 – 67,863 miles
  • 2020 – 66,392 miles
  • 2019 – 64,314 miles
  • 2018 – 62,572 miles
  • 2017 – 61,613 miles
  • 2016 – 59,981 miles
  • 2015 – 57,777 miles
  • 2014 – 56,319 miles
  • 2013 – 54,454 miles
  • 2012 – 52,927 miles
  • 2011 – 49,393 miles
  • 2010 – 48,698 miles
  • 2009 – 48,346 miles
  • 2007 – 47,758 miles
  • 2006 – 47,231 miles
  • 2005 – 45,006 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass73,157 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.

  • Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits

    Major3 MOTs, 2019–2026

  • Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

Full MOT history

28 tests since 4 Aug 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass73,157 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    73,157 miles
    Test number
    169725898119

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail73,152 miles (+1,188)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,152 miles
    Test number
    847164028112
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass71,964 miles (+47)
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    71,964 miles
    Test number
    264769814371

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail71,917 miles (+1,170)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,917 miles
    Test number
    763987689320
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

  5. Pass70,747 miles (+1,143)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    70,747 miles
    Test number
    444974233413
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component box area (2.1.5 (a))

  6. Pass69,604 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    69,604 miles
    Test number
    789023726653

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail69,600 miles (+865)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,600 miles
    Test number
    262017640756
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

  8. Pass68,735 miles (+872)
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    68,735 miles
    Test number
    231647300783

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass67,863 miles (+184)
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    67,863 miles
    Test number
    790018001387

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail67,679 miles (+1,287)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,679 miles
    Test number
    559180323554
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

  11. Pass66,392 miles (+2,078)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    66,392 miles
    Test number
    306979222006
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres are low on the edges
    • AdvisorySlight play in nearside steering idler bush

  12. Pass64,314 miles (+200)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    64,314 miles
    Test number
    631956442536
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play x both (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

  13. Fail64,114 miles (+1,542)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,114 miles
    Test number
    309946514544
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryWheel bearing has slight play both front (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  14. Pass62,572 miles (+959)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    62,572 miles
    Test number
    954405372812
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight play in the offside of steering
    • AdvisorySteering box is damp

  15. Pass61,613 miles (+1,632)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    61,613 miles
    Test number
    972360746323
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • AdvisorySmall cut o/s/f inner tyre wall

  16. Pass59,981 miles (+2,204)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    59,981 miles
    Test number
    971242328594
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryHandbrake effort is low 17%
    • AdvisoryPower steering box is damp

  17. Pass57,777 miles (+1,458)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    57,777 miles
    Test number
    768186094997
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • AdvisoryEngine has misfire only just passed the emissions test
    • AdvisoryHandbrake effort close 17%

  18. Pass56,319 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    56,319 miles
    Test number
    347576144403
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

  19. Fail56,319 miles (+1,865)1 failure3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,319 miles
    Test number
    737792944293
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • Note4 wheel alignment check advised
    • NoteBoth front tyres bald on inner surfaces and close to legal limit 225 55 16

  20. Pass54,454 miles (+1,527)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    54,454 miles
    Test number
    858196553264
    • NoteBoth front tyres are low on inner edges
    • NoteBoth rear tyres are low on inner edges
    • NoteSteering box has a light misting of oil

  21. Pass52,927 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    52,927 miles
    Test number
    149024852221
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteSlight wear to inner edges of tyres

  22. Fail52,927 miles (+3,534)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,927 miles
    Test number
    715270252278
    • FailureOffside Inner Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteSlight wear to inner edges of tyres

  23. Pass49,393 miles (+695)
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2012
    Odometer
    49,393 miles
    Test number
    246826721433

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass48,698 miles (+352)
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2011
    Odometer
    48,698 miles
    Test number
    791485140197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass48,346 miles (+588)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    48,346 miles
    Test number
    993766589075

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass47,758 miles (+527)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    47,758 miles
    Test number
    491695257491

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass47,231 miles (+2,225)1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    47,231 miles
    Test number
    120399206259
    • NoteDamage to near side of windscreen

  28. Pass45,006 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2006
    Odometer
    45,006 miles
    Test number
    713216715267

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L457 SUB

Does L457 SUB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L457 SUB is valid until 23 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on L457 SUB?
The MOT on L457 SUB is valid until 23 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L457 SUB done?
L457 SUB was recorded at 73,157 miles at its MOT on 18 Sept 2026, an average of 1,333 miles a year.
Has L457 SUB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L457 SUB has failed 7 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on L457 SUB 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 L457 SUB find?
L457 SUB passed its latest MOT on 18 Sept 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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