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Mercedes-Benz SL

Black and Black · Petrol · 2000 · 3,199 cc

RNA 1MOT history

RNA 1 is a black and black petrol Mercedes-Benz SL first used on 28 Apr 2000. Its MOT is valid until 1 Mar 2027 and it has passed 14 of 20 MOT tests, with 74,342 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Mar 2026.

RNA 1 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 1 Mar 2027
Mileage
74,342 mi
At MOT on 2 Mar 2026
MOT tests
20
14 passed · 6 failed
Per year
1,838 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
RNA 1
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SL
Colour
Black and Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,199 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
28 Apr 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

RNA 1 was last recorded at 74,342 miles on 2 Mar 2026, 309 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Aug 2022.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 16 Sept 2008: 48,112 miles, lower than 48,190 miles on 15 Sept 2008.
  • 15 Sept 2011: 6,005 miles, lower than 56,805 miles on 30 Sept 2010.

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
74,033 miles · 2 Aug 2022
Between the last two tests
309 miles
Average per year
1,838 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 74,342 miles
  • 2022 – 74,033 miles
  • 2019 – 73,176 miles
  • 2017 – 72,104 miles
  • 2015 – 71,588 miles
  • 2014 – 69,875 miles
  • 2013 – 66,545 miles
  • 2012 – 63,296 miles
  • 2011 – 6,005 miles
  • 2010 – 56,805 miles
  • 2009 – 52,298 miles
  • 2008 – 48,112 miles
  • 2007 – 43,238 miles
  • 2006 – 38,745 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass74,342 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

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.

  • Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass74,342 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    74,342 miles
    Test number
    535202078079

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail74,342 miles (+309)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,342 miles
    Test number
    865933301152
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass74,033 miles (+857)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    74,033 miles
    Test number
    449780284914
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under shields fitted restricting the view of some components
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass73,176 miles (+1,072)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    73,176 miles
    Test number
    216535468738
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass72,104 miles (+516)
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    72,104 miles
    Test number
    140996965335

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass71,588 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    71,588 miles
    Test number
    300658393111
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside mirror glass missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre balding on inner shoulder
    • AdvisoryBaffles loose in centre exhaust boxes

  7. Fail71,588 miles (+1,713)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,588 miles
    Test number
    465204687394
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside mirror glass missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre balding on inner shoulder
    • AdvisoryBaffles loose in centre exhaust boxes

  8. Pass69,875 miles (+3,330)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    69,875 miles
    Test number
    306273184233
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  9. Pass66,545 miles (+3,249)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    66,545 miles
    Test number
    275359443273
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  10. Fail63,296 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,296 miles
    Test number
    155074162261
    • Repaired at testHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  11. Pass63,296 miles (+57,291)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    63,296 miles
    Test number
    388224762488

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass6,005 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    6,005 miles
    Test number
    556100661266

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail6,005 miles (-50,800)4 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    6,005 miles
    Test number
    399588151256
    • 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)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • NoteIncorrect emblem on rear boot not asl500
    • NoteLight on dashbored not working on speedo meter
    • NoteRear window not clear vision faded

  14. Fail56,805 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,805 miles
    Test number
    310443570430
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  15. Pass56,805 miles (+4,507)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    56,805 miles
    Test number
    324683170448

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass52,298 miles (+4,186)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    52,298 miles
    Test number
    334413479297
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  17. Pass48,112 miles (-78)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    48,112 miles
    Test number
    482730368245
    • AdvisoryRear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  18. Fail48,190 miles (+4,952)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,190 miles
    Test number
    210359258258
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  19. Pass43,238 miles (+4,493)
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    43,238 miles
    Test number
    624260357243

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass38,745 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    38,745 miles
    Test number
    960791696252

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about RNA 1

What vehicle is registration RNA 1 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show RNA 1 on a black and black petrol Mercedes-Benz SL first used on 28 Apr 2000. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does RNA 1 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on RNA 1 is valid until 1 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on RNA 1?
The MOT on RNA 1 is valid until 1 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has RNA 1 done?
RNA 1 was recorded at 74,342 miles at its MOT on 2 Mar 2026, an average of 1,838 miles a year.
Has RNA 1 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. RNA 1 has failed 6 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on RNA 1 ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 2 times, first on 16 Sept 2008. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on RNA 1 find?
RNA 1 passed its latest MOT on 2 Mar 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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