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Mercedes-Benz SL

Black · Petrol · 2003 · 5,439 cc

S55 GOFMOT history

S55 GOF is a black petrol Mercedes-Benz SL first used on 1 Jun 2003. Its MOT is valid until 16 Jan 2027 and it has passed 16 of 18 MOT tests, with 76,311 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Jan 2026.

S55 GOF black Mercedes-Benz Sl – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 16 Jan 2027
Mileage
76,311 mi
At MOT on 17 Jan 2026
MOT tests
18
16 passed · 2 failed
Per year
2,769 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S55 GOF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SL
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
5,439 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
1 Jun 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S55 GOF was last recorded at 76,311 miles on 17 Jan 2026, 762 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
75,549 miles · 4 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
762 miles
Average per year
2,769 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 76,311 miles
  • 2024 – 75,549 miles
  • 2021 – 75,513 miles
  • 2020 – 74,764 miles
  • 2019 – 66,367 miles
  • 2018 – 65,945 miles
  • 2017 – 65,544 miles
  • 2016 – 64,984 miles
  • 2015 – 64,296 miles
  • 2014 – 62,597 miles
  • 2013 – 60,156 miles
  • 2012 – 58,475 miles
  • 2011 – 54,092 miles
  • 2009 – 45,006 miles
  • 2008 – 29,041 miles
  • 2006 – 23,225 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass76,311 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.

  • Windscreen chipped

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2016–2024

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Both front tyres slightly worn on inner edges

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Offside rear wheel repaired

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2019

Full MOT history

18 tests since 14 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass76,311 miles (+762)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    76,311 miles
    Test number
    362999543237

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass75,549 miles (+36)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    75,549 miles
    Test number
    985110273169
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres slightly worn on inner edges
    • AdvisoryOffside rear wheel repaired
    • AdvisoryWindscreen chipped
  3. Pass75,513 miles (+749)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    75,513 miles
    Test number
    671021311301
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres slightly worn on inner edges
    • AdvisoryOffside rear wheel repaired
  4. Pass74,764 miles (+8,397)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    74,764 miles
    Test number
    864922766174
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres slightly worn on inner edges
    • AdvisoryOffside rear wheel repaired
    • AdvisoryWindscreen chipped
  5. Pass66,367 miles (+422)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    66,367 miles
    Test number
    764424894576
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryChips in windscreen
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and belly pans fitted
  6. Pass65,945 miles (+401)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2019
    Odometer
    65,945 miles
    Test number
    161657357230
    • AdvisoryWindscreen chipped
  7. Pass65,544 miles (+560)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2018
    Odometer
    65,544 miles
    Test number
    581255429603
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre slightly worn on inner edge
    • AdvisoryWindscreen chipped
  8. Pass64,984 miles (+688)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2017
    Odometer
    64,984 miles
    Test number
    850774915796
    • AdvisoryWindscreen chipped
  9. Pass64,296 miles (+1,699)1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2016
    Odometer
    64,296 miles
    Test number
    516284315115
    • NoteWINDSCREEN CHIPPED
  10. Pass62,597 miles (+2,441)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2015
    Odometer
    62,597 miles
    Test number
    907185914103
    • NoteNEARSIDE REAR TYRE WORN ON INNER EDGE
    • NoteWINDSCREEN CHIPPED
  11. Pass60,156 miles (+1,681)
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2014
    Odometer
    60,156 miles
    Test number
    185762043107

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass58,475 miles (+11)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    58,475 miles
    Test number
    798221802168
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteEngine managment light on
    • NoteMultiple stone chip on windscreen
  13. Fail58,464 miles (+4,372)1 failure1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,464 miles
    Test number
    837257792006
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteEngine managment light on
    • NoteMultiple stone chip on windscreen
  14. Pass54,092 miles (+9,086)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    54,092 miles
    Test number
    397280011065

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass45,006 miles (+15,965)
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    45,006 miles
    Test number
    714789439211

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass29,041 miles (+5,816)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    29,041 miles
    Test number
    133914418493

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass23,225 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    23,225 miles
    Test number
    120610826394

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail23,217 miles1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,217 miles
    Test number
    622228916385
    • FailureBrake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Questions about S55 GOF

Does S55 GOF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S55 GOF is valid until 16 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on S55 GOF?
The MOT on S55 GOF is valid until 16 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S55 GOF done?
S55 GOF was recorded at 76,311 miles at its MOT on 17 Jan 2026, an average of 2,769 miles a year.
Has S55 GOF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S55 GOF has failed 2 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Apr 2012.
Has the mileage on S55 GOF 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 S55 GOF find?
S55 GOF passed its latest MOT on 17 Jan 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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