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Silver and Silver · Petrol · 1998 · 4,973 cc

S7 SFRMOT history

S7 SFR is a silver and silver petrol Mercedes-Benz SL first used on 28 Aug 1998. Its MOT is valid until 6 Oct 2027 and it has passed 22 of 24 MOT tests, with 100,135 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 6 Oct 2027
Mileage
100,135 mi
At MOT on 7 Oct 2026
MOT tests
24
22 passed · 2 failed
Per year
2,517 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S7 SFR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SL
Colour
Silver and Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,973 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
28 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S7 SFR was last recorded at 100,135 miles on 7 Oct 2026, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Oct 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
100,132 miles · 6 Oct 2026
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
2,517 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 100,135 miles
  • 2025 – 98,413 miles
  • 2024 – 97,714 miles
  • 2023 – 96,913 miles
  • 2022 – 95,965 miles
  • 2021 – 95,103 miles
  • 2020 – 93,963 miles
  • 2019 – 91,690 miles
  • 2018 – 89,451 miles
  • 2017 – 87,751 miles
  • 2016 – 85,834 miles
  • 2015 – 82,934 miles
  • 2014 – 80,051 miles
  • 2013 – 76,912 miles
  • 2012 – 73,464 miles
  • 2011 – 66,379 miles
  • 2010 – 64,406 miles
  • 2009 – 61,770 miles
  • 2008 – 57,856 miles
  • 2007 – 53,887 miles
  • 2006 – 48,470 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass100,135 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))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.

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2010

Full MOT history

24 tests since 29 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass100,135 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    100,135 miles
    Test number
    422918956037
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  2. Fail100,132 miles (+1,719)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,132 miles
    Test number
    312113393813
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  3. Pass98,413 miles (+699)
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    98,413 miles
    Test number
    817880919649

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass97,714 miles (+801)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    97,714 miles
    Test number
    751493191905
    • MinorSemaphore indicator arm insecure dose not retuning off on normal position (4.4.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • 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 (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  5. Pass96,913 miles (+948)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    96,913 miles
    Test number
    553401094900
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  6. Pass95,965 miles (+862)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    95,965 miles
    Test number
    104342087962
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  7. Pass95,103 miles (+1,140)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    95,103 miles
    Test number
    379573265425

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass93,963 miles (+2,273)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    93,963 miles
    Test number
    632782194152

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass91,690 miles (+2,239)
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    91,690 miles
    Test number
    125510190703

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass89,451 miles (+1,700)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    89,451 miles
    Test number
    992612283318
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  11. Pass87,751 miles (+1,917)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    87,751 miles
    Test number
    832956717075

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass85,834 miles (+2,900)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    85,834 miles
    Test number
    853183539403

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass82,934 miles (+2,883)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    82,934 miles
    Test number
    928534055131

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass80,051 miles (+3,139)1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    80,051 miles
    Test number
    445927964174
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
  15. Pass76,912 miles (+3,448)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    76,912 miles
    Test number
    869091563120

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass73,464 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    73,464 miles
    Test number
    897463462146
    • NoteHeadlamp masks/converters fitted
    • NotePassenger seat(s) missing at time of test
    • NoteRear bumper insecure
  17. Fail73,461 miles (+7,082)5 failures1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,461 miles
    Test number
    249513262123
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteHeadlamp masks/converters fitted
    • NotePassenger seat(s) missing at time of test
    • NoteRear bumper insecure
  18. Pass66,379 miles (+1,973)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    66,379 miles
    Test number
    957288461176
    • AdvisoryDirection indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
  19. Pass64,406 miles (+2,636)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    64,406 miles
    Test number
    593178790227
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisorySide repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
  20. Pass61,770 miles (+2,777)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    61,770 miles
    Test number
    643307209312
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryFront Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
  21. Pass58,993 miles (+1,137)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    58,993 miles
    Test number
    933463519043
    • AdvisoryFront Steering damper slight oil seepage (2.2.C.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  22. Pass57,856 miles (+3,969)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    57,856 miles
    Test number
    342361028038

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass53,887 miles (+5,417)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    53,887 miles
    Test number
    100941787032

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass48,470 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    48,470 miles
    Test number
    110828086055
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about S7 SFR

Does S7 SFR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S7 SFR is valid until 6 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on S7 SFR?
The MOT on S7 SFR is valid until 6 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S7 SFR done?
S7 SFR was recorded at 100,135 miles at its MOT on 7 Oct 2026, an average of 2,517 miles a year.
Has S7 SFR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S7 SFR has failed 2 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on S7 SFR 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 S7 SFR find?
S7 SFR passed its latest MOT on 7 Oct 2026 with 1 advisory: rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material.

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