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Mercedes-Benz SL

Red · Petrol · 1994 · 2,799 cc

L56 RMYMOT history

L56 RMY is a red petrol Mercedes-Benz SL first used on 12 Feb 1994. Its MOT expired on 10 Nov 2020 and it has passed 12 of 18 MOT tests, with 48,318 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Apr 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 10 Nov 2020
Mileage
48,318 mi
At MOT on 9 Apr 2024
MOT tests
18
12 passed · 6 failed
Per year
1,721 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L56 RMY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SL
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,799 cc
Year of manufacture
1994
First used
12 Feb 1994
MOT status
MOT expired on 10 Nov 2020
Latest MOT test
9 Apr 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

L56 RMY was last recorded at 48,318 miles on 9 Apr 2024, 364 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 May 2019.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
47,954 miles · 11 May 2019
Between the last two tests
364 miles
Average per year
1,721 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 48,318 miles
  • 2019 – 47,954 miles
  • 2018 – 45,162 miles
  • 2017 – 42,125 miles
  • 2016 – 38,230 miles
  • 2015 – 35,085 miles
  • 2013 – 33,562 miles
  • 2012 – 32,076 miles
  • 2011 – 31,498 miles
  • 2010 – 29,489 miles
  • 2009 – 22,585 miles
  • 2008 – 19,808 miles
  • 2007 – 18,747 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail48,318 miles
  • MajorBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorDriver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.5 (b) (i))
  • MajorEmissions unable to be completed engine rattle (8.2.1.2 (d))
  • MajorFront Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))
  • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorNearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front fog lamp not working
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryParking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))
  • AdvisoryHandbrake warning lamp on
  • AdvisorySurface corrosion on underside of vehicle

What MOT failures 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.

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2007–2016

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2011–2015

  • Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2018

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2017

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened poor will need replacing with pads (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

18 tests since 1 Feb 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail48,318 miles (+364)5 major2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,318 miles
    Test number
    402740442748
    • MajorBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorDriver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.5 (b) (i))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed engine rattle (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front fog lamp not working
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake warning lamp on
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion on underside of vehicle

  2. Pass47,954 miles (+621)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    47,954 miles
    Test number
    786476344199
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Fail47,333 miles (+2,171)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,333 miles
    Test number
    845518834329
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorParking brake lever ratchet mechanism worn to the extent that the brake may inadvertently release (1.1.6 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leaking.

  4. Pass45,162 miles (+3,037)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    45,162 miles
    Test number
    174101125277
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  5. Pass42,125 miles (+30)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    42,125 miles
    Test number
    750219458788
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened poor will need replacing with pads (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisorySlow warming cat

  6. Fail42,095 miles (+3,865)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,095 miles
    Test number
    604129348171
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened poor will need replacing with pads (3.5.1i)

  7. Pass38,230 miles (+3,145)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    38,230 miles
    Test number
    557856789136
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened signs of corrosion & wear (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit needs replacing now very bad edges (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  8. Pass35,085 miles (+125)1 dangerous4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    35,085 miles
    Test number
    355120645016
    • DangerousN/s/f tyre very close to limit also very bad cracking/ageing needs replacing
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  9. Fail34,960 miles (+1,398)1 dangerous2 failures4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,960 miles
    Test number
    768297425086
    • DangerousN/s/f tyre very close to limit also very bad cracking/ageing needs replacing
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  10. Pass33,562 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    33,562 miles
    Test number
    456363653030

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail33,558 miles (+1,482)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,558 miles
    Test number
    686106543076
    • FailureNearside Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

  12. Pass32,076 miles (+82)2 advisories6 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    32,076 miles
    Test number
    106199782454
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteCentre exhaust poor
    • NoteO/s parking brake lazy borderline pass
    • NoteParking brake travel very close to max
    • NoteSurface corrosion n/s/f and o/s/f brake pipes
    • NoteSurface corrosion n/s/r and o/s/r metal brake pipes recomend replacement

  13. Fail31,994 miles (+496)1 failure2 advisories6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,994 miles
    Test number
    955483682006
    • FailureOffside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteCentre exhaust poor
    • NoteDash lights not working due to be a failer april/may.
    • NoteParking brake travel very close to max
    • NoteSurface corrosion n/s/f and o/s/f brake pipes
    • NoteSurface corrosion n/s/r and o/s/r metal brake pipes recomend replacement

  14. Pass31,498 miles (+2,009)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    31,498 miles
    Test number
    287196721069
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteParking brake travel close to maximum

  15. Pass29,489 miles (+6,904)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    29,489 miles
    Test number
    900264430035
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteParking brake travel long

  16. Pass22,585 miles (+2,777)3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    22,585 miles
    Test number
    541662329019
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteLow effort o/s/r parking brake
    • NoteNumber plates are illegally spaced but not disguised

  17. Pass19,808 miles (+1,061)2 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    19,808 miles
    Test number
    890263518059
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront numberplate illegally spaced. Suspect rear regestration plate of illegal design.
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteCentre and front exhaust slightly poor
    • NoteN/s/r tyre on 3mm but wall also cracking- needs replacing soon
    • NoteO/s/r reverse light not working

  18. Pass18,747 miles2 dangerous2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    18,747 miles
    Test number
    673002337021
    • DangerousLight misting oil steering damper needs replacing soon
    • DangerousService and perking brake travel close to maximum
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteO/s reverse light u/s

Questions about L56 RMY

Does L56 RMY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L56 RMY expired on 10 Nov 2020, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L56 RMY?
The MOT on L56 RMY expired on 10 Nov 2020. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L56 RMY done?
L56 RMY was recorded at 48,318 miles at its MOT on 9 Apr 2024, an average of 1,721 miles a year.
Has L56 RMY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L56 RMY has failed 6 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Apr 2024.
Has the mileage on L56 RMY 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 L56 RMY find?
L56 RMY failed its latest MOT on 9 Apr 2024 with 5 major defects, 2 minor defects and 9 advisories: bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position; driver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended.; emissions unable to be completed engine rattle, and 13 more.

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