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Mercedes-Benz SL

Red · Petrol · 1998 · 4,973 cc

RRR 444MOT history

RRR 444 is a red petrol Mercedes-Benz SL first used on 19 May 1998. Its MOT is valid until 23 Apr 2027 and it has passed 18 of 26 MOT tests, with 51,674 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 23 Apr 2027
Mileage
51,674 mi
At MOT on 21 Apr 2026
MOT tests
26
18 passed · 8 failed
Per year
1,397 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
RRR 444
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SL
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,973 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
19 May 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

RRR 444 was last recorded at 51,674 miles on 21 Apr 2026, 113 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
51,561 miles · 24 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
113 miles
Average per year
1,397 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 51,674 miles
  • 2025 – 51,561 miles
  • 2024 – 51,452 miles
  • 2022 – 51,186 miles
  • 2021 – 51,023 miles
  • 2020 – 50,663 miles
  • 2019 – 49,943 miles
  • 2018 – 48,643 miles
  • 2017 – 47,418 miles
  • 2016 – 45,447 miles
  • 2015 – 44,194 miles
  • 2014 – 41,797 miles
  • 2012 – 37,805 miles
  • 2010 – 33,680 miles
  • 2009 – 32,372 miles
  • 2008 – 29,425 miles
  • 2007 – 25,744 miles
  • 2006 – 23,686 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass51,674 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.

  • Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2010–2014

  • Nearside Front fog lamp not working

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside front lower fog lamp not working

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2012

Full MOT history

26 tests since 10 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass51,674 miles (+113)
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    51,674 miles
    Test number
    751879945568

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass51,561 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    51,561 miles
    Test number
    592698172513
    • AdvisoryNearside Front fog lamp not working

  3. Fail51,561 miles (+109)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,561 miles
    Test number
    461254435006
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front fog lamp not working

  4. Pass51,452 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    51,452 miles
    Test number
    417657152819
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre flat when presented for test and has slight damage from being run flat but does not appear to be structurally damaged. suggest having it checked

  5. Fail51,452 miles (+266)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,452 miles
    Test number
    871690521702
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre flat when presented for test and has slight damage from being run flat but does not appear to be structurally damaged. suggest having it checked

  6. Pass51,186 miles2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    51,186 miles
    Test number
    572487145335
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside front lower fog lamp not working

  7. Fail51,186 miles (+163)1 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,186 miles
    Test number
    575388885692
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside front lower fog lamp not working

  8. Pass51,023 miles (+360)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    51,023 miles
    Test number
    793055275922
    • AdvisoryFront suspension arm balljoint dust covers are slightly deteriorated

  9. Pass50,663 miles (+720)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    50,663 miles
    Test number
    178270096642

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass49,943 miles (+1,300)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    49,943 miles
    Test number
    869335238812
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  11. Pass48,643 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    48,643 miles
    Test number
    123801114632

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail48,643 miles (+1,225)7 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,643 miles
    Test number
    525689548987
    • Repaired at testExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • Repaired at testExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • Repaired at testFuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testRear Headlamp levelling device obviously defective (1.7.2)

  13. Pass47,418 miles (+1,971)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    47,418 miles
    Test number
    584317273307

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass45,447 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    45,447 miles
    Test number
    402266727664
    • AdvisoryFuel filler cap rubber perrished

  15. Fail45,447 miles (+1,253)5 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,447 miles
    Test number
    925878576322
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryDriver's door catch deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed catch sticking (6.2.B.2)
    • AdvisoryFuel filler cap rubber perrished
    • AdvisoryNs wing mirror glass not secured in place

  16. Pass44,194 miles1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    44,194 miles
    Test number
    548857315170
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteAdvise nearside rear offside rear tyres slightly perished on sidewalls
    • NoteAdvise rear exhaust silencer outer body corroded

  17. Fail44,191 miles (+2,394)4 failures1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,191 miles
    Test number
    405257015120
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe seriously damaged (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteAdvise nearside rear offside rear tyres slightly perished on sidewalls
    • NoteAdvise rear exhaust silencer outer body corroded

  18. Pass41,797 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    41,797 miles
    Test number
    387975814130
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteN/s side repeater loose but still secure

  19. Fail41,797 miles (+3,992)1 failure1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,797 miles
    Test number
    438311204147
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteN/s side repeater loose but still secure

  20. Pass37,805 miles (+4,125)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2013
    Odometer
    37,805 miles
    Test number
    999734022151
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Fail33,680 miles1 repaired1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,680 miles
    Test number
    281236520481
    • Repaired at testRear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteAdvise engine bay covers fitted
    • NoteAdvise engine under tray fitted

  22. Pass33,680 miles (+1,308)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2011
    Odometer
    33,680 miles
    Test number
    414666820139
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteAdvise engine bay covers fitted
    • NoteAdvise engine under tray fitted

  23. Pass32,372 miles (+2,947)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2010
    Odometer
    32,372 miles
    Test number
    372972639136
    • NoteAdvise engine under tray fitted
    • NoteAdvise slight surface rusting on rigid steel brake pipes

  24. Pass29,425 miles (+3,681)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2009
    Odometer
    29,425 miles
    Test number
    280987428486
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass25,744 miles (+2,058)
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    25,744 miles
    Test number
    452634117117

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass23,686 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    23,686 miles
    Test number
    423180006143

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about RRR 444

What vehicle is registration RRR 444 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show RRR 444 on a red petrol Mercedes-Benz SL first used on 19 May 1998. 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 RRR 444 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on RRR 444 is valid until 23 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on RRR 444?
The MOT on RRR 444 is valid until 23 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has RRR 444 done?
RRR 444 was recorded at 51,674 miles at its MOT on 21 Apr 2026, an average of 1,397 miles a year.
Has RRR 444 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. RRR 444 has failed 8 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on RRR 444 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 RRR 444 find?
RRR 444 passed its latest MOT on 21 Apr 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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