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Mercedes-Benz SL

Silver · Petrol · 2005 · 3,724 cc

LR55 KVWMOT history

LR55 KVW is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz SL first used on 31 Oct 2005. Its MOT is valid until 13 Aug 2027 and it has passed 15 of 21 MOT tests, with 82,604 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 13 Aug 2027
Mileage
82,604 mi
At MOT on 14 Aug 2026
MOT tests
21
15 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,091 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR55 KVW
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SL
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,724 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
31 Oct 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR55 KVW was last recorded at 82,604 miles on 14 Aug 2026, 148 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
82,456 miles · 13 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
148 miles
Average per year
3,091 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 82,604 miles
  • 2025 – 82,456 miles
  • 2020 – 76,403 miles
  • 2019 – 72,231 miles
  • 2018 – 69,479 miles
  • 2017 – 67,306 miles
  • 2016 – 65,636 miles
  • 2015 – 63,056 miles
  • 2013 – 57,853 miles
  • 2012 – 50,221 miles
  • 2011 – 49,366 miles
  • 2010 – 44,078 miles
  • 2009 – 36,228 miles
  • 2008 – 27,713 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass82,604 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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2017

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2017

  • Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened NSR AND OSR

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged perishing

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2016

Full MOT history

21 tests since 10 Nov 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass82,604 miles (+148)
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    82,604 miles
    Test number
    539433294170

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass82,456 miles (+6,053)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    82,456 miles
    Test number
    170068102722
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  3. Pass76,403 miles (+1,323)
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    76,403 miles
    Test number
    324568883054

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass75,080 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    75,080 miles
    Test number
    856988076870

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail75,078 miles (+2,847)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,078 miles
    Test number
    644489853735
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  6. Pass72,231 miles (+1)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    72,231 miles
    Test number
    190722991624
    • MinorNearside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged perishing (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened NSR AND OSR (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  7. Fail72,230 miles (+2,751)2 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,230 miles
    Test number
    796289625239
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged perishing (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened NSR AND OSR (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass69,479 miles (+2,173)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    69,479 miles
    Test number
    351481084248
    • AdvisoryNearside Front parking light is faulty
    • AdvisoryNearside Front side repeater is damaged but not showing white light

  9. Pass67,306 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    67,306 miles
    Test number
    183934811004
    • 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)

  10. Fail67,306 miles (+1,670)1 failure1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,306 miles
    Test number
    833149661920
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  11. Pass65,636 miles (+2,580)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    65,636 miles
    Test number
    945880462785
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre nail

  12. Pass63,056 miles (+17)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    63,056 miles
    Test number
    526404815090
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  13. Fail63,039 miles (+5,186)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,039 miles
    Test number
    569573615014
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  14. Pass57,853 miles (+7,632)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    57,853 miles
    Test number
    295836523331
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

  15. Pass50,221 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    50,221 miles
    Test number
    485642042434

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail50,221 miles (+855)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,221 miles
    Test number
    448452042492
    • FailureOffside 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)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass49,366 miles (+5,288)
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    49,366 miles
    Test number
    666330141307

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass44,078 miles (+7,850)
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    44,078 miles
    Test number
    970716800341

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass36,228 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    36,228 miles
    Test number
    413123629382

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail36,228 miles (+8,515)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,228 miles
    Test number
    824472029361
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Inner Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Inner Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  21. Pass27,713 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    27,713 miles
    Test number
    801445118369

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR55 KVW

Does LR55 KVW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR55 KVW is valid until 13 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR55 KVW?
The MOT on LR55 KVW is valid until 13 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR55 KVW done?
LR55 KVW was recorded at 82,604 miles at its MOT on 14 Aug 2026, an average of 3,091 miles a year.
Has LR55 KVW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR55 KVW has failed 6 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Jan 2020.
Has the mileage on LR55 KVW 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 LR55 KVW find?
LR55 KVW passed its latest MOT on 14 Aug 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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