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Mercedes-Benz SL

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 3,199 cc

S3 MFKMOT history

S3 MFK is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz SL first used on 15 Jan 1999. Its MOT is valid until 23 Apr 2027 and it has passed 18 of 22 MOT tests, with 77,426 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 23 Apr 2027
Mileage
77,426 mi
At MOT on 24 Apr 2026
MOT tests
22
18 passed · 4 failed
Per year
2,241 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S3 MFK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SL
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,199 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
15 Jan 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S3 MFK was last recorded at 77,426 miles on 24 Apr 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
77,426 miles · 15 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
2,241 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 77,426 miles
  • 2023 – 77,379 miles
  • 2022 – 76,567 miles
  • 2021 – 75,650 miles
  • 2020 – 73,505 miles
  • 2019 – 73,044 miles
  • 2018 – 72,608 miles
  • 2017 – 72,055 miles
  • 2016 – 68,729 miles
  • 2015 – 64,523 miles
  • 2014 – 63,350 miles
  • 2013 – 63,014 miles
  • 2012 – 62,386 miles
  • 2011 – 56,856 miles
  • 2010 – 53,693 miles
  • 2009 – 44,093 miles
  • 2007 – 35,052 miles
  • 2006 – 32,668 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass77,426 miles
  • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2014

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2013

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2014

Full MOT history

22 tests since 4 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass77,426 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    77,426 miles
    Test number
    542235768941
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Fail77,426 miles (+47)2 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,426 miles
    Test number
    959496300566
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorFront Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Outer Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides, outer bushes worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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 (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass77,379 miles (+812)
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2024
    Odometer
    77,379 miles
    Test number
    729514797676

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass76,567 miles (+917)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    76,567 miles
    Test number
    608011541556

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass75,650 miles (+2,145)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    75,650 miles
    Test number
    612191765367

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass73,505 miles (+461)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    73,505 miles
    Test number
    166480662902

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass73,044 miles (+436)
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    73,044 miles
    Test number
    885617054343

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass72,608 miles (+553)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    72,608 miles
    Test number
    411807493599
    • MinorHorn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (7.7 (c) (i))

  9. Pass72,055 miles (+3,326)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    72,055 miles
    Test number
    674643701558

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass68,729 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    68,729 miles
    Test number
    899454076233

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail68,729 miles (+4,206)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,729 miles
    Test number
    316706706185
    • FailureNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release trapped (5.2.5a)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  12. Pass64,523 miles (+1,173)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    64,523 miles
    Test number
    609640475180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass63,350 miles (+336)6 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    63,350 miles
    Test number
    565714774105
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre
    • NoteFront wiper split

  14. Pass63,014 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    63,014 miles
    Test number
    419187913269
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Fail63,012 miles (+626)3 failures4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,012 miles
    Test number
    175163613245
    • FailureFront Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre
    • NoteOffside front fog lamp not working

  16. Pass62,386 miles (+5,530)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    62,386 miles
    Test number
    655125402288
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass56,856 miles (+3,163)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    56,856 miles
    Test number
    969862601261
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  18. Pass53,693 miles (+9,600)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    53,693 miles
    Test number
    821553300269

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass44,093 miles (+12)1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2010
    Odometer
    44,093 miles
    Test number
    310274339170
    • NoteRear number plate deterioating

  20. Fail44,081 miles (+9,029)2 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,081 miles
    Test number
    334293039103
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteRear number plate deterioating

  21. Pass35,052 miles (+2,384)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2008
    Odometer
    35,052 miles
    Test number
    290683047494

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass32,668 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2007
    Odometer
    32,668 miles
    Test number
    574214426137

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S3 MFK

Does S3 MFK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S3 MFK is valid until 23 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on S3 MFK?
The MOT on S3 MFK 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 S3 MFK done?
S3 MFK was recorded at 77,426 miles at its MOT on 24 Apr 2026, an average of 2,241 miles a year.
Has S3 MFK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S3 MFK has failed 4 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on S3 MFK 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 S3 MFK find?
S3 MFK passed its latest MOT on 24 Apr 2026 with 1 advisory: tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all tyres.

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