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Mercedes-Benz SL

Red · Petrol · 1995 · 3,199 cc

M71 DBYMOT history

M71 DBY is a red petrol Mercedes-Benz SL first used on 10 Dec 1997. Its MOT is valid until 5 Jul 2027 and it has passed 18 of 26 MOT tests, with 85,404 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 5 Jul 2027
Mileage
85,404 mi
At MOT on 6 Jul 2026
MOT tests
26
18 passed · 8 failed
Per year
2,299 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
M71 DBY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SL
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,199 cc
Year of manufacture
1995
First used
10 Dec 1997
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

M71 DBY was last recorded at 85,404 miles on 6 Jul 2026, 9 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Jun 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
85,395 miles · 26 Jun 2026
Between the last two tests
9 miles
Average per year
2,299 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 85,404 miles
  • 2024 – 85,042 miles
  • 2022 – 84,890 miles
  • 2021 – 84,039 miles
  • 2020 – 83,809 miles
  • 2019 – 83,604 miles
  • 2018 – 82,378 miles
  • 2017 – 80,515 miles
  • 2016 – 77,483 miles
  • 2015 – 74,174 miles
  • 2014 – 70,011 miles
  • 2013 – 65,506 miles
  • 2012 – 59,535 miles
  • 2011 – 54,670 miles
  • 2010 – 49,521 miles
  • 2009 – 46,393 miles
  • 2008 – 42,298 miles
  • 2007 – 41,110 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass85,404 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 Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2009–2013

  • Offside Rear Nail in tyre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

26 tests since 30 Mar 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass85,404 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    85,404 miles
    Test number
    114156396631

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail85,395 miles (+353)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,395 miles
    Test number
    709403126963
    • MajorFront Prop shaft flexible coupling excessively deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak possible header tank

  3. Pass85,042 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    85,042 miles
    Test number
    803141565881
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material From compensator valve (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Fail85,042 miles (+152)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,042 miles
    Test number
    458067845935
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material From compensator valve (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass84,890 miles (+851)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    84,890 miles
    Test number
    349938114343
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass84,039 miles (+230)
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    84,039 miles
    Test number
    927215337481

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass83,809 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    83,809 miles
    Test number
    627003210339
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  8. Fail83,808 miles (+204)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,808 miles
    Test number
    809450583017
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  9. Pass83,604 miles (+1,226)
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    83,604 miles
    Test number
    655909636500

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass82,378 miles (+1,863)
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2019
    Odometer
    82,378 miles
    Test number
    518757730261

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass80,515 miles (+3,032)
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2018
    Odometer
    80,515 miles
    Test number
    161877792167

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass77,483 miles (+59)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2017
    Odometer
    77,483 miles
    Test number
    228283965821
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  13. Fail77,424 miles (+3,250)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,424 miles
    Test number
    599430737052
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  14. Pass74,174 miles (+4,163)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    74,174 miles
    Test number
    756822915131
    • NoteNearside front tyre smooth on inner edge
    • NoteOffside front tyre smooth on inner edge

  15. Pass70,011 miles (+4,505)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2015
    Odometer
    70,011 miles
    Test number
    697673834179
    • NoteNearside front tyre smooth on inner edge
    • NoteOffside front tyre smooth on inner edge

  16. Pass65,506 miles (+220)1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2014
    Odometer
    65,506 miles
    Test number
    466823943131
    • NoteNearside front tyre worn on inside edge

  17. Fail65,286 miles (+184)1 failure5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,286 miles
    Test number
    476461723165
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • NoteNearside and offside front brake disc's worn

  18. Fail65,102 miles (+5,567)4 failures6 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,102 miles
    Test number
    629381283075
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • NoteCentre exhaust deteriorated
    • NoteNearside and offside front brake disc's worn

  19. Pass59,535 miles (+4,865)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    59,535 miles
    Test number
    708170482070

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass54,670 miles (+5,149)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    54,670 miles
    Test number
    108395671439

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass49,521 miles (+3,128)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    49,521 miles
    Test number
    562144780085
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteDifferential pinion seal weeping
    • NoteSteering damper has slight misting of oil

  22. Pass46,393 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    46,393 miles
    Test number
    111322379441
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Fail46,393 miles (+4,095)6 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,393 miles
    Test number
    400212579028
    • 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)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • FailureRear brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass42,298 miles (+1,188)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    42,298 miles
    Test number
    390795288076
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  25. Pass41,110 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    41,110 miles
    Test number
    550139187032

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail41,110 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,110 miles
    Test number
    610149087062
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureOffside Inner Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Questions about M71 DBY

Does M71 DBY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on M71 DBY is valid until 5 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on M71 DBY?
The MOT on M71 DBY is valid until 5 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has M71 DBY done?
M71 DBY was recorded at 85,404 miles at its MOT on 6 Jul 2026, an average of 2,299 miles a year.
Has M71 DBY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. M71 DBY has failed 8 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on M71 DBY 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 M71 DBY find?
M71 DBY passed its latest MOT on 6 Jul 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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