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Black · Petrol · 2003 · 4,966 cc

L55 RRLMOT history

L55 RRL is a black petrol Mercedes-Benz SL first used on 30 Apr 2003. Its MOT is valid until 20 May 2027 and it has passed 19 of 24 MOT tests, with 85,405 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 May 2026.

L55 RRL black Mercedes-Benz Sl – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 20 May 2027
Mileage
85,405 mi
At MOT on 21 May 2026
MOT tests
24
19 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,139 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L55 RRL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SL
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,966 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
30 Apr 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 May 2027
Latest MOT test
21 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L55 RRL was last recorded at 85,405 miles on 21 May 2026, 2,802 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Mar 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
82,603 miles · 6 Mar 2023
Between the last two tests
2,802 miles
Average per year
3,139 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 85,405 miles
  • 2023 – 82,603 miles
  • 2022 – 81,988 miles
  • 2021 – 80,762 miles
  • 2020 – 79,608 miles
  • 2019 – 76,838 miles
  • 2018 – 72,952 miles
  • 2017 – 69,737 miles
  • 2016 – 66,938 miles
  • 2015 – 64,175 miles
  • 2014 – 63,076 miles
  • 2013 – 60,350 miles
  • 2012 – 60,128 miles
  • 2011 – 52,415 miles
  • 2010 – 49,450 miles
  • 2009 – 47,057 miles
  • 2008 – 43,615 miles
  • 2007 – 32,708 miles
  • 2006 – 22,410 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass85,405 miles
  • MinorSteering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Nearside and offside (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • MinorTrack rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Nearside and offside (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Transmisiion (8.4.1 (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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak

    Failure2 MOTs, 2008

Full MOT history

24 tests since 27 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass85,405 miles (+2,802)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2027
    Odometer
    85,405 miles
    Test number
    825236823063
    • MinorSteering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Nearside and offside (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorTrack rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Nearside and offside (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Transmisiion (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass82,603 miles (+3)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    82,603 miles
    Test number
    900235478219
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside 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))

  3. Fail82,600 miles (+612)3 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,600 miles
    Test number
    836599629032
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside 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))

  4. Pass81,988 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    81,988 miles
    Test number
    255467773826
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail81,988 miles (+1,226)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,988 miles
    Test number
    361312091862
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass80,762 miles (+1,154)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    80,762 miles
    Test number
    114132376334

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass79,608 miles (+2,770)
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    79,608 miles
    Test number
    816577018980

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass76,838 miles (+3,886)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    76,838 miles
    Test number
    528626904787
    • AdvisoryEngine cover/undertrays fitted
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre split/perished

  9. Pass72,952 miles (+3,215)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    72,952 miles
    Test number
    400555100127

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass69,737 miles (+2,799)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    69,737 miles
    Test number
    968605815279

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass66,938 miles (+2,763)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    66,938 miles
    Test number
    692936112115
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres slightly feathering
    • AdvisoryBoth front wiper blades juddering
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryUnable to open boot via switch (key used)
    • AdvisoryFront brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

  12. Pass64,175 miles (+1,099)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2016
    Odometer
    64,175 miles
    Test number
    939027945127
    • NoteBrake fluid at minimum level
    • NoteWiper intermittent function inop

  13. Pass63,076 miles (+2,726)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2015
    Odometer
    63,076 miles
    Test number
    817131354184
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteFront wiper blades slightly juddering but clearing the screen effectively

  14. Pass60,350 miles (+222)
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2014
    Odometer
    60,350 miles
    Test number
    279244743422

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass60,128 miles (+7,713)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    60,128 miles
    Test number
    126984862161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail52,415 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,415 miles
    Test number
    609622991109
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  17. Pass52,415 miles (+2,965)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    52,415 miles
    Test number
    679652991154

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass49,450 miles (+2,393)1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    49,450 miles
    Test number
    540396160187
    • NoteFor and aft movement in n/s/f wheel under braking and knock under load present, advise further diagnosis and investigation

  19. Pass47,057 miles (+3,442)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    47,057 miles
    Test number
    471289669190
    • NoteN/s/r and o/s/r tyres on 3mm, only 1.4mm useable tread remaining
    • NoteN/s/r and o/s/r tyres worn on inner areas of tread, advise replacement
    • NoteN/s/r tyre perished on areas of sidewall and tread

  20. Pass43,615 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    43,615 miles
    Test number
    844152078131

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. FailMileage not read1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    872673468135
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

  22. Fail43,562 miles (+10,854)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,562 miles
    Test number
    203982228431
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • NoteCentre brake light broken but secure

  23. Pass32,708 miles (+10,298)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    32,708 miles
    Test number
    533453317143

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass22,410 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    22,410 miles
    Test number
    730507016180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L55 RRL

Does L55 RRL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L55 RRL is valid until 20 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on L55 RRL?
The MOT on L55 RRL is valid until 20 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L55 RRL done?
L55 RRL was recorded at 85,405 miles at its MOT on 21 May 2026, an average of 3,139 miles a year.
Has L55 RRL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L55 RRL has failed 5 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Feb 2023.
Has the mileage on L55 RRL 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 L55 RRL find?
L55 RRL passed its latest MOT on 21 May 2026 with 2 minor defects and 1 advisory: steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt nearside and offside; track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt nearside and offside; oil leak, but not excessive transmisiion.

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