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Mercedes-Benz SL

Blue · Petrol · 1995 · 4,973 cc

M504 GPVMOT history

M504 GPV is a blue petrol Mercedes-Benz SL first used on 31 Dec 1995. Its MOT is valid until 10 Mar 2027 and it has passed 17 of 22 MOT tests, with 113,418 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 10 Mar 2027
Mileage
113,418 mi
At MOT on 11 Mar 2026
MOT tests
22
17 passed · 5 failed
Per year
1,523 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
M504 GPV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SL
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,973 cc
Year of manufacture
1995
First used
31 Dec 1995
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
11 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

M504 GPV was last recorded at 113,418 miles on 11 Mar 2026, 107 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Oct 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 25 May 2012: 89,276 miles, lower than 91,116 miles on 16 May 2011.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
113,311 miles · 9 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
107 miles
Average per year
1,523 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 113,418 miles
  • 2025 – 113,311 miles
  • 2024 – 112,388 miles
  • 2023 – 110,666 miles
  • 2022 – 108,950 miles
  • 2021 – 104,165 miles
  • 2019 – 98,765 miles
  • 2016 – 96,404 miles
  • 2015 – 96,334 miles
  • 2014 – 94,850 miles
  • 2013 – 93,173 miles
  • 2012 – 89,276 miles
  • 2011 – 91,116 miles
  • 2009 – 91,011 miles
  • 2007 – 83,635 miles
  • 2006 – 82,820 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass113,418 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.

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor5 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Central Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Exhaust heat shields deteriorated

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2009

  • Central Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

22 tests since 7 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass113,418 miles (+107)
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    113,418 miles
    Test number
    703410720905

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass113,311 miles11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    113,311 miles
    Test number
    154826555184
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill at jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component steering box (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush upper mounting rubber perished/cracked (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front drivers seat base bolt missing but is still secure with no movement at remaining fixings
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded

  3. Fail113,311 miles (+923)1 major11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,311 miles
    Test number
    627488210572
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill at jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component steering box (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush upper mounting rubber perished/cracked (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front drivers seat base bolt missing but is still secure with no movement at remaining fixings
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded

  4. Pass112,388 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2025
    Odometer
    112,388 miles
    Test number
    942511043665
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth headlamp washers are constantly active when headlights are switched on
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system is corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Wheel arch liner is slightly insecure
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  5. Fail112,388 miles (+1,722)1 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,388 miles
    Test number
    715393816285
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth headlamp washers are constantly active when headlights are switched on
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system is corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Wheel arch liner is slightly insecure
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass110,666 miles2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2024
    Odometer
    110,666 miles
    Test number
    814756316340
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust heat shields deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Fail110,666 miles (+1,716)2 repaired2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,666 miles
    Test number
    359277561306
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust heat shields deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass108,950 miles (+39)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2023
    Odometer
    108,950 miles
    Test number
    978302593130
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust heat shields deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Fail108,911 miles (+4,746)1 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,911 miles
    Test number
    113725407772
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust heat shields deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass104,165 miles (+5,400)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2022
    Odometer
    104,165 miles
    Test number
    497661028894
    • MinorSpeedometer not sufficiently illuminated (7.8 (c) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust heat shield deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Pass98,765 miles (+2,361)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    98,765 miles
    Test number
    765781737827
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust heat shield deteriorated

  12. Pass96,404 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2017
    Odometer
    96,404 miles
    Test number
    259475239008

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail96,404 miles (+70)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,404 miles
    Test number
    478345549704
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

  14. Pass96,334 miles (+1,484)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    96,334 miles
    Test number
    487782605205
    • NoteCentre brake light not working
    • NoteExhaust heatshield is loose
    • NoteFront to rear brake pipes are greased

  15. Pass94,850 miles (+1,677)
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2015
    Odometer
    94,850 miles
    Test number
    826633534149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass93,173 miles (+3,897)
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2014
    Odometer
    93,173 miles
    Test number
    827790143175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass89,276 miles (-1,840)
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2013
    Odometer
    89,276 miles
    Test number
    305916742195

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass91,116 miles (+105)1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2012
    Odometer
    91,116 miles
    Test number
    269326231480
    • NoteEXHAUST HEAT SHELDS CORRODED.

  19. Pass91,011 miles (+64)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    91,011 miles
    Test number
    730816949230
    • 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)
    • NoteFront outer antiroll bar bushes have play

  20. Pass90,947 miles (+7,312)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    90,947 miles
    Test number
    113365569449
    • 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)
    • NoteFRONT OUTTER ANTI ROLLBAR BUSHES SLIGHT PLAY.

  21. Pass83,635 miles (+815)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    83,635 miles
    Test number
    101734907246
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass82,820 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    82,820 miles
    Test number
    174908936496

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about M504 GPV

Does M504 GPV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on M504 GPV is valid until 10 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on M504 GPV?
The MOT on M504 GPV is valid until 10 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has M504 GPV done?
M504 GPV was recorded at 113,418 miles at its MOT on 11 Mar 2026, an average of 1,523 miles a year.
Has M504 GPV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. M504 GPV has failed 5 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on M504 GPV ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 25 May 2012. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on M504 GPV find?
M504 GPV passed its latest MOT on 11 Mar 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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