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Mercedes-Benz SL

Blue · Petrol · 1994 · 3,199 cc

L45 WGGMOT history

L45 WGG is a blue petrol Mercedes-Benz SL first used on 31 Dec 1994. Its MOT is valid until 5 Mar 2027 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 134,654 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 5 Mar 2027
Mileage
134,654 mi
At MOT on 18 Feb 2026
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
2,804 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L45 WGG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SL
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,199 cc
Year of manufacture
1994
First used
31 Dec 1994
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
18 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L45 WGG was last recorded at 134,654 miles on 18 Feb 2026, 1,867 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
132,787 miles · 28 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
1,867 miles
Average per year
2,804 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 134,654 miles
  • 2025 – 132,787 miles
  • 2024 – 132,731 miles
  • 2023 – 132,694 miles
  • 2022 – 132,665 miles
  • 2021 – 132,593 miles
  • 2020 – 132,055 miles
  • 2018 – 132,052 miles
  • 2014 – 129,287 miles
  • 2013 – 120,695 miles
  • 2012 – 113,735 miles
  • 2010 – 108,279 miles
  • 2009 – 102,995 miles
  • 2008 – 93,755 miles
  • 2007 – 85,280 miles
  • 2006 – 78,276 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass134,654 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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.

  • Obligatory mirror slightly damaged Interior

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Oil leak, but not excessive Engine

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2014

Full MOT history

23 tests since 10 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass134,654 miles (+1,867)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    134,654 miles
    Test number
    123502406836
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass132,787 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    132,787 miles
    Test number
    607602834488

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail132,782 miles (+51)1 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,782 miles
    Test number
    562525907555
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

  4. Pass132,731 miles (+37)
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    132,731 miles
    Test number
    798110100238

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass132,694 miles (+29)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    132,694 miles
    Test number
    696876135773
    • MinorObligatory mirror slightly damaged Interior (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass132,665 miles (+72)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    132,665 miles
    Test number
    380541440890
    • MinorObligatory mirror slightly damaged Interior (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass132,593 miles (+538)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    132,593 miles
    Test number
    507963690517
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear fuel pipes badly corroded

  8. Pass132,055 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    132,055 miles
    Test number
    272596767702
    • MinorNearside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Fail132,055 miles (+3)2 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,055 miles
    Test number
    204699434247
    • MajorBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  10. Pass132,052 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2019
    Odometer
    132,052 miles
    Test number
    217809145052

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail132,051 miles (+2,764)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,051 miles
    Test number
    928061256775
    • FailureBrake performance not tested brake pipe leaking (3.7.A.1)
    • FailureBraking system leaking rear metal brake lines (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  12. Pass129,287 miles (+8,592)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    129,287 miles
    Test number
    919001184027
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  13. Pass120,695 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    120,695 miles
    Test number
    326935483034

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail120,695 miles (+6,960)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,695 miles
    Test number
    839745683054
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  15. Pass113,735 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    113,735 miles
    Test number
    889696372066

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail113,735 miles (+5,456)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,735 miles
    Test number
    328075872097
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  17. Pass108,279 miles (+5,284)8 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    108,279 miles
    Test number
    132469020410
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOil leak

  18. Pass102,995 miles (+72)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    102,995 miles
    Test number
    113801529424

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail102,923 miles (+9,168)1 failure1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,923 miles
    Test number
    134465819481
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteO/s bonnet latch faulty

  20. Pass93,755 miles (+147)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    93,755 miles
    Test number
    142926018450

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail93,608 miles (+8,328)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,608 miles
    Test number
    321549708098
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  22. Pass85,280 miles (+7,004)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    85,280 miles
    Test number
    252162817033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass78,276 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    78,276 miles
    Test number
    374300016022

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L45 WGG

Does L45 WGG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L45 WGG is valid until 5 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on L45 WGG?
The MOT on L45 WGG is valid until 5 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L45 WGG done?
L45 WGG was recorded at 134,654 miles at its MOT on 18 Feb 2026, an average of 2,804 miles a year.
Has L45 WGG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L45 WGG has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Feb 2025.
Has the mileage on L45 WGG 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 L45 WGG find?
L45 WGG passed its latest MOT on 18 Feb 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front upper macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; offside front upper macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement.

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