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Mercedes-Benz SL

Silver · Petrol · 1998 · 4,973 cc

S744 ORUMOT history

S744 ORU is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz SL first used on 31 Dec 1998. Its MOT expired on 9 Jun 2026 and it has passed 17 of 26 MOT tests, with 145,674 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Jun 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 9 Jun 2026
Mileage
145,674 mi
At MOT on 6 Jun 2025
MOT tests
26
17 passed · 9 failed
Per year
2,592 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S744 ORU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SL
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,973 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
31 Dec 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 9 Jun 2026
Latest MOT test
6 Jun 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

S744 ORU was last recorded at 145,674 miles on 6 Jun 2025, 1,940 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Jun 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
143,734 miles · 10 Jun 2024
Between the last two tests
1,940 miles
Average per year
2,592 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 145,674 miles
  • 2024 – 143,734 miles
  • 2023 – 142,527 miles
  • 2021 – 141,854 miles
  • 2020 – 138,226 miles
  • 2019 – 138,170 miles
  • 2017 – 137,820 miles
  • 2016 – 137,026 miles
  • 2015 – 135,597 miles
  • 2014 – 127,699 miles
  • 2013 – 124,314 miles
  • 2012 – 120,615 miles
  • 2011 – 113,661 miles
  • 2009 – 108,888 miles
  • 2008 – 107,216 miles
  • 2007 – 102,874 miles
  • 2006 – 97,183 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass145,674 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and mountings (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2011

  • Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2013

Full MOT history

26 tests since 21 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass145,674 miles (+1,940)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    145,674 miles
    Test number
    793351050102
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and mountings (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass143,734 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    143,734 miles
    Test number
    686191933022
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view STONE CHIP (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Fail143,734 miles (+1,207)1 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,734 miles
    Test number
    736899533531
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view STONE CHIP (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass142,527 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    142,527 miles
    Test number
    669011868559

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail142,527 miles (+673)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,527 miles
    Test number
    592647468728
    • MajorBrake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass141,854 miles (+3,628)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    141,854 miles
    Test number
    689209135773

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass138,226 miles (+8)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    138,226 miles
    Test number
    277379771765
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Fail138,218 miles (+48)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,218 miles
    Test number
    852178479865
    • MajorFront Direction indicator incorrect colour both (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass138,170 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2020
    Odometer
    138,170 miles
    Test number
    261782799670

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail138,169 miles (+349)3 dangerous5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,169 miles
    Test number
    532633818454
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass137,820 miles (+794)
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    137,820 miles
    Test number
    959530476327

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass137,026 miles (+1,429)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    137,026 miles
    Test number
    856351136505

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass135,597 miles (+7,898)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    135,597 miles
    Test number
    508971195104

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass127,699 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    127,699 miles
    Test number
    137838074072

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail127,699 miles (+3,385)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,699 miles
    Test number
    198048974408
    • Repaired at testBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  16. Pass124,314 miles (+3,699)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    124,314 miles
    Test number
    265197203128
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySteering damper slight oil seepage (2.2.C.1f)

  17. Pass120,615 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    120,615 miles
    Test number
    975818282048

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail120,615 miles (+258)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,615 miles
    Test number
    377028482052
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  19. Fail120,357 miles (+6,696)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,357 miles
    Test number
    565616172083
    • FailureFront Steering damper leaking oil (2.2.C.1f)
    • FailureNearside Outer Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass113,661 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    113,661 miles
    Test number
    607634501026
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  21. Fail113,661 miles (+4,773)4 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,661 miles
    Test number
    886784301076
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  22. Pass108,888 miles (+1,672)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    108,888 miles
    Test number
    321751589467
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  23. Pass107,216 miles (+4,342)
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    107,216 miles
    Test number
    220290398256

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass102,874 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    102,874 miles
    Test number
    532332567231
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  25. Fail102,874 miles (+5,691)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,874 miles
    Test number
    602482267227
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  26. Pass97,183 miles3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    97,183 miles
    Test number
    911624566202
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteGeneral rusting in places on underside of car
    • NoteTransmission pipes corroded

Questions about S744 ORU

Does S744 ORU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S744 ORU expired on 9 Jun 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S744 ORU?
The MOT on S744 ORU expired on 9 Jun 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S744 ORU done?
S744 ORU was recorded at 145,674 miles at its MOT on 6 Jun 2025, an average of 2,592 miles a year.
Has S744 ORU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S744 ORU has failed 9 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Jun 2024.
Has the mileage on S744 ORU 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 S744 ORU find?
S744 ORU passed its latest MOT on 6 Jun 2025 with 1 advisory: rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and mountings.

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