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Mercedes-Benz SL

Black · Petrol · 2003 · 3,724 cc

S99 UPLMOT history

S99 UPL is a black petrol Mercedes-Benz SL first used on 1 Sept 2003. Its MOT is valid until 11 May 2027 and it has passed 19 of 22 MOT tests, with 80,103 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 May 2026.

S99 UPL black Mercedes-Benz Sl – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 11 May 2027
Mileage
80,103 mi
At MOT on 11 May 2026
MOT tests
22
19 passed · 3 failed
Per year
2,190 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S99 UPL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SL
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,724 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
1 Sept 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 May 2027
Latest MOT test
11 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S99 UPL was last recorded at 80,103 miles on 11 May 2026, 721 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
79,382 miles · 12 May 2025
Between the last two tests
721 miles
Average per year
2,190 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 80,103 miles
  • 2025 – 79,382 miles
  • 2023 – 78,809 miles
  • 2022 – 75,849 miles
  • 2021 – 72,845 miles
  • 2020 – 72,589 miles
  • 2019 – 72,192 miles
  • 2018 – 71,387 miles
  • 2017 – 70,029 miles
  • 2016 – 66,625 miles
  • 2014 – 66,170 miles
  • 2013 – 63,247 miles
  • 2012 – 62,349 miles
  • 2011 – 61,206 miles
  • 2010 – 58,990 miles
  • 2009 – 56,919 miles
  • 2008 – 52,665 miles
  • 2007 – 47,286 miles
  • 2006 – 36,938 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass80,103 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Front Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Front Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Under trays fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2022

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass80,103 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2027
    Odometer
    80,103 miles
    Test number
    452173396486
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail80,103 miles (+721)3 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,103 miles
    Test number
    790497104126
    • Repaired at testNearside Front All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass79,382 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2026
    Odometer
    79,382 miles
    Test number
    311367761731
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Fail79,382 miles (+573)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,382 miles
    Test number
    715438458890
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass78,809 miles (+2,960)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    78,809 miles
    Test number
    415047915686
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/40/19 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/40/19 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted front to rear

  6. Pass75,849 miles (+3,004)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    75,849 miles
    Test number
    566427419871
    • MinorNearside Front Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  7. Pass72,845 miles (+256)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    72,845 miles
    Test number
    707276742541
    • MinorNearside Front Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted unable to carry out full exam

  8. Pass72,589 miles (+397)
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    72,589 miles
    Test number
    523013972149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass72,192 miles (+805)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    72,192 miles
    Test number
    809596446391
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  10. Pass71,387 miles (+1,358)
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2019
    Odometer
    71,387 miles
    Test number
    390730826354

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass70,029 miles (+3,404)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2018
    Odometer
    70,029 miles
    Test number
    724859747085
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  12. Pass66,625 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    66,625 miles
    Test number
    984825072377

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail66,619 miles (+449)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,619 miles
    Test number
    904666665400
    • FailureNearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

  14. Pass66,170 miles (+2,923)
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    66,170 miles
    Test number
    436666924235

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass63,247 miles (+898)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    63,247 miles
    Test number
    909506723205
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Pass62,349 miles (+1,143)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    62,349 miles
    Test number
    248082342283
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass61,206 miles (+2,216)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    61,206 miles
    Test number
    666266361237
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  18. Pass58,990 miles (+2,071)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    58,990 miles
    Test number
    994014760260

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass56,919 miles (+4,254)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    56,919 miles
    Test number
    482083479216

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass52,665 miles (+5,379)
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    52,665 miles
    Test number
    294771468233

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass47,286 miles (+10,348)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    47,286 miles
    Test number
    432901947238

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass36,938 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    36,938 miles
    Test number
    193886736272

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S99 UPL

Does S99 UPL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S99 UPL is valid until 11 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on S99 UPL?
The MOT on S99 UPL is valid until 11 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S99 UPL done?
S99 UPL was recorded at 80,103 miles at its MOT on 11 May 2026, an average of 2,190 miles a year.
Has S99 UPL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S99 UPL has failed 3 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 11 May 2026.
Has the mileage on S99 UPL 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 S99 UPL find?
S99 UPL passed its latest MOT on 11 May 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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