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Mercedes-Benz SL

Black · Petrol · 2003 · 3,839 cc

L6 GCKMOT history

L6 GCK is a black petrol Mercedes-Benz SL first used on 19 May 2003. Its MOT is valid until 8 Apr 2027 and it has passed 19 of 28 MOT tests, with 97,106 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Apr 2026.

L6 GCK black Mercedes-Benz Sl – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Mercedes-Benz Sl, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 8 Apr 2027
Mileage
97,106 mi
At MOT on 9 Apr 2026
MOT tests
28
19 passed · 9 failed
Per year
3,169 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L6 GCK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SL
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,839 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
19 May 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L6 GCK was last recorded at 97,106 miles on 9 Apr 2026, 376 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
96,730 miles · 20 May 2025
Between the last two tests
376 miles
Average per year
3,169 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 97,106 miles
  • 2025 – 96,730 miles
  • 2024 – 96,699 miles
  • 2022 – 93,417 miles
  • 2021 – 92,900 miles
  • 2020 – 92,737 miles
  • 2018 – 90,947 miles
  • 2017 – 89,885 miles
  • 2016 – 88,466 miles
  • 2015 – 85,676 miles
  • 2014 – 81,558 miles
  • 2013 – 77,497 miles
  • 2012 – 73,804 miles
  • 2011 – 69,166 miles
  • 2010 – 64,655 miles
  • 2009 – 59,356 miles
  • 2008 – 48,920 miles
  • 2007 – 40,171 miles
  • 2006 – 34,173 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass97,106 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.

  • Various covers fitted obscuring components

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2017–2022

  • Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2024

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Wipers smear

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Central Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning

    Minor2 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Central Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

28 tests since 30 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass97,106 miles (+376)
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    97,106 miles
    Test number
    452223089542

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass96,730 miles (+31)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2026
    Odometer
    96,730 miles
    Test number
    874833806445
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass96,699 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    96,699 miles
    Test number
    721588361764
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Fail96,699 miles (+3,282)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,699 miles
    Test number
    342802655630
    • MajorHeadlamp aim too low both front (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass93,417 miles (+517)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    93,417 miles
    Test number
    723085322521
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryVarious covers fitted obscuring components

  6. Pass92,900 miles (+163)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    92,900 miles
    Test number
    500974320350
    • MinorCentral Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources lens deteriorated (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryVarious covers fitted obscuring components

  7. Pass92,737 miles (+1,790)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    92,737 miles
    Test number
    301685326495
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVarious covers fitted obscuring components

  8. Pass90,947 miles (+1,062)1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    90,947 miles
    Test number
    389902705049
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive transmission pipe/hose (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre cut
    • AdvisorySteering rack inner joints/steering rack has play
    • AdvisoryVarious covers fitted obscuring components
    • AdvisoryWipers smear

  9. Pass89,885 miles (+7)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    89,885 miles
    Test number
    538789077093
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisorySteering rack inner joints/ steering rack has play
    • AdvisoryVarious covers fitted obscuring components
    • AdvisoryWipers smear

  10. Fail89,878 miles (+1,412)1 failure7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,878 miles
    Test number
    745237511591
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisorySteering rack inner joints/ steering rack has play
    • AdvisoryVarious covers fitted obscuring components
    • AdvisoryWipers smear

  11. Pass88,466 miles (+2,790)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    88,466 miles
    Test number
    325773783791
    • AdvisoryCorrosion in rear arches
    • AdvisoryNsf lower front most suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOsf lower rear most suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated
    • AdvisoryWasher aim high

  12. Pass85,676 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    85,676 miles
    Test number
    651594846921

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail85,676 miles (+4,118)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,676 miles
    Test number
    716369192909
    • FailureFront Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass81,558 miles (+4,061)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    81,558 miles
    Test number
    268996394257
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass77,497 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    77,497 miles
    Test number
    105403823383

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail77,497 miles (+3,693)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,497 miles
    Test number
    229463623355
    • Repaired at testFront registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

  17. Pass73,804 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    73,804 miles
    Test number
    327194402329

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail73,804 miles (+4,638)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,804 miles
    Test number
    127540802306
    • FailureDriver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • NoteO/s/f wheel bearing has slight play
    • NoteO/s/r and n/s/r brake flexi hoses starting to perish

  19. Pass69,166 miles (+4,511)
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    69,166 miles
    Test number
    375727591235

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass64,655 miles (+259)
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    64,655 miles
    Test number
    500004280230

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail64,396 miles (+5,040)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,396 miles
    Test number
    401265660255
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • 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)

  22. Pass59,356 miles (+199)
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    59,356 miles
    Test number
    132341259259

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail59,157 miles (+10,237)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,157 miles
    Test number
    782367949254
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteSlight play n/s/o/s/front bearings

  24. Pass48,920 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    48,920 miles
    Test number
    600562438235
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  25. Fail48,920 miles (+8,749)5 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,920 miles
    Test number
    641926028266
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  26. Pass40,171 miles (+5,998)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    40,171 miles
    Test number
    784415797103

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass34,173 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    34,173 miles
    Test number
    184875066153

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail34,163 miles2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,163 miles
    Test number
    622170256168
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about L6 GCK

Does L6 GCK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L6 GCK is valid until 8 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on L6 GCK?
The MOT on L6 GCK is valid until 8 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L6 GCK done?
L6 GCK was recorded at 97,106 miles at its MOT on 9 Apr 2026, an average of 3,169 miles a year.
Has L6 GCK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L6 GCK has failed 9 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Jan 2024.
Has the mileage on L6 GCK 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 L6 GCK find?
L6 GCK passed its latest MOT on 9 Apr 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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