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Mercedes-Benz SL

Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 3,724 cc

S6 VLRMOT history

S6 VLR is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz SL first used on 9 May 2003. Its MOT is valid until 10 Mar 2027 and it has passed 20 of 23 MOT tests, with 157,984 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Mar 2026.

S6 VLR silver 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 10 Mar 2027
Mileage
157,984 mi
At MOT on 11 Mar 2026
MOT tests
23
20 passed · 3 failed
Per year
6,731 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S6 VLR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SL
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,724 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
9 May 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
11 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S6 VLR was last recorded at 157,984 miles on 11 Mar 2026, 2,379 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
155,605 miles · 6 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
2,379 miles
Average per year
6,731 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 157,984 miles
  • 2025 – 155,605 miles
  • 2023 – 152,557 miles
  • 2022 – 149,993 miles
  • 2021 – 145,747 miles
  • 2020 – 140,836 miles
  • 2019 – 137,351 miles
  • 2018 – 132,589 miles
  • 2017 – 128,911 miles
  • 2016 – 122,655 miles
  • 2015 – 119,085 miles
  • 2014 – 115,533 miles
  • 2013 – 107,790 miles
  • 2012 – 97,983 miles
  • 2011 – 83,806 miles
  • 2010 – 67,210 miles
  • 2009 – 53,154 miles
  • 2008 – 41,187 miles
  • 2007 – 31,343 miles
  • 2006 – 24,460 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass157,984 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted

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 Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2012

  • Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

23 tests since 9 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass157,984 miles (+2,379)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    157,984 miles
    Test number
    236004741672
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted

  2. Pass155,605 miles (+3,048)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    155,605 miles
    Test number
    927128983991
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  3. Pass152,557 miles (+2,564)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    152,557 miles
    Test number
    595514615087
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both (5.3.2 (c))

  4. Pass149,993 miles (+4,246)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    149,993 miles
    Test number
    283330830107
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass145,747 miles (+4,911)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    145,747 miles
    Test number
    279386146253

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass140,836 miles (+3,485)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    140,836 miles
    Test number
    984105417254

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass137,351 miles (+377)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    137,351 miles
    Test number
    946734277025
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Fail136,974 miles (+4,385)1 dangerous3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,974 miles
    Test number
    238766406617
    • DangerousNearside Front Suspension component ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass132,589 miles (+3,678)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    132,589 miles
    Test number
    895958564513

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass128,911 miles (+6,256)
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    128,911 miles
    Test number
    342761415430

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass122,655 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    122,655 miles
    Test number
    992158976666

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail122,655 miles (+3,570)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,655 miles
    Test number
    335632299882
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  13. Pass119,085 miles (+3,552)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    119,085 miles
    Test number
    225238395164
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass115,533 miles (+7,743)1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    115,533 miles
    Test number
    849548394198
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Pass107,790 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    107,790 miles
    Test number
    568110903175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail107,790 miles (+9,807)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,790 miles
    Test number
    948610603142
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  17. Pass97,983 miles (+14,177)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2013
    Odometer
    97,983 miles
    Test number
    379549332106
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass83,806 miles (+16,596)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2012
    Odometer
    83,806 miles
    Test number
    677877431170
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteFront brake discs worn
    • NoteO/s/f fog lamp lens broken

  19. Pass67,210 miles (+14,056)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2011
    Odometer
    67,210 miles
    Test number
    251267030477
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  20. Pass53,154 miles (+11,967)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2010
    Odometer
    53,154 miles
    Test number
    610433039139
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

  21. Pass41,187 miles (+9,844)
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2009
    Odometer
    41,187 miles
    Test number
    203044638484

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass31,343 miles (+6,883)
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2008
    Odometer
    31,343 miles
    Test number
    292038037158

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass24,460 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2007
    Odometer
    24,460 miles
    Test number
    162669926137

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S6 VLR

Does S6 VLR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S6 VLR is valid until 10 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on S6 VLR?
The MOT on S6 VLR is valid until 10 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S6 VLR done?
S6 VLR was recorded at 157,984 miles at its MOT on 11 Mar 2026, an average of 6,731 miles a year.
Has S6 VLR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S6 VLR has failed 3 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Aug 2019.
Has the mileage on S6 VLR 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 S6 VLR find?
S6 VLR passed its latest MOT on 11 Mar 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil; under tray fitted.

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