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Mercedes-Benz SL

Silver · Petrol · 1997 · 3,199 cc

R989 OGNMOT history

R989 OGN is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz SL first used on 15 Sept 1997. Its MOT expired on 12 Apr 2023 and it has passed 14 of 18 MOT tests, with 87,477 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Apr 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 12 Apr 2023
Mileage
87,477 mi
At MOT on 13 Apr 2022
MOT tests
18
14 passed · 4 failed
Per year
1,707 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R989 OGN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SL
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,199 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
15 Sept 1997
MOT status
MOT expired on 12 Apr 2023
Latest MOT test
13 Apr 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

R989 OGN was last recorded at 87,477 miles on 13 Apr 2022, 270 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Oct 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
87,207 miles · 21 Oct 2020
Between the last two tests
270 miles
Average per year
1,707 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 87,477 miles
  • 2020 – 87,207 miles
  • 2019 – 86,945 miles
  • 2018 – 85,419 miles
  • 2017 – 83,750 miles
  • 2016 – 82,090 miles
  • 2014 – 79,806 miles
  • 2013 – 77,379 miles
  • 2012 – 77,250 miles
  • 2011 – 74,272 miles
  • 2010 – 73,500 miles
  • 2009 – 72,379 miles
  • 2007 – 69,938 miles
  • 2006 – 60,458 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass87,477 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 Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2017

  • Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2017

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2009–2017

Full MOT history

18 tests since 13 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass87,477 miles (+270)
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    87,477 miles
    Test number
    481817575004

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass87,207 miles (+262)
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    87,207 miles
    Test number
    437307053350

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass86,945 miles (+1,526)
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    86,945 miles
    Test number
    401490734181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass85,419 miles (+1,669)
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    85,419 miles
    Test number
    385118356017

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass83,750 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    83,750 miles
    Test number
    275601618880
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  6. Fail83,750 miles (+5)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,750 miles
    Test number
    986665182102
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  7. Fail83,745 miles (+1,655)6 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,745 miles
    Test number
    863375832283
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded front to o/s/r (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  8. Pass82,090 miles (+2,284)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    82,090 miles
    Test number
    518118655178
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  9. Pass79,806 miles (+2,427)
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    79,806 miles
    Test number
    826256834329

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass77,379 miles (+129)
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    77,379 miles
    Test number
    719945363333

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass77,250 miles (+2,978)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    77,250 miles
    Test number
    749514102315
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

  12. Pass74,272 miles (+772)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    74,272 miles
    Test number
    938789661278
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteRear exhaust temp repaire, front floors corroding, nsf floor corroded & hole ( out off area)

  13. Pass73,500 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    73,500 miles
    Test number
    342489010313

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail73,500 miles (+1,121)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,500 miles
    Test number
    973919110374
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  15. Pass72,379 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    72,379 miles
    Test number
    962114599286

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail72,379 miles (+2,441)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,379 miles
    Test number
    104313099282
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  17. Pass69,938 miles (+9,480)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    69,938 miles
    Test number
    801013367106
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteOff side rear brake disc rusting
    • NoteOff side rear tyre tread worn low
    • NoteWiper blade a little smeary

  18. Pass60,458 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    60,458 miles
    Test number
    722894766133
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about R989 OGN

Does R989 OGN currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on R989 OGN expired on 12 Apr 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on R989 OGN?
The MOT on R989 OGN expired on 12 Apr 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has R989 OGN done?
R989 OGN was recorded at 87,477 miles at its MOT on 13 Apr 2022, an average of 1,707 miles a year.
Has R989 OGN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R989 OGN has failed 4 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Nov 2017.
Has the mileage on R989 OGN 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 R989 OGN find?
R989 OGN passed its latest MOT on 13 Apr 2022 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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