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Mercedes-Benz SL

Red and Red · Petrol · 1998 · 3,199 cc

SL 6811MOT history

SL 6811 is a red and red petrol Mercedes-Benz SL first used on 4 Sept 1998. Its MOT is valid until 8 Sept 2027 and it has passed 21 of 28 MOT tests, with 181,423 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 8 Sept 2027
Mileage
181,423 mi
At MOT on 9 Sept 2026
MOT tests
28
21 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,121 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
SL 6811
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SL
Colour
Red and Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,199 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
4 Sept 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

SL 6811 was last recorded at 181,423 miles on 9 Sept 2026, 154 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Sept 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
181,269 miles · 4 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
154 miles
Average per year
4,121 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 181,423 miles
  • 2025 – 176,247 miles
  • 2023 – 169,718 miles
  • 2022 – 165,945 miles
  • 2021 – 157,721 miles
  • 2020 – 151,927 miles
  • 2019 – 148,118 miles
  • 2018 – 145,375 miles
  • 2017 – 144,189 miles
  • 2016 – 143,717 miles
  • 2015 – 142,792 miles
  • 2014 – 141,896 miles
  • 2013 – 136,753 miles
  • 2012 – 132,218 miles
  • 2011 – 125,948 miles
  • 2010 – 118,025 miles
  • 2009 – 111,474 miles
  • 2008 – 107,486 miles
  • 2007 – 103,444 miles
  • 2006 – 99,007 miles
  • 2005 – 95,434 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass181,423 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Nearside And Offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryVehicle Identification Number In Windscreen DeterioratedRecorded 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 Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2026

  • Front Oil leak, but not excessive gearbox slight leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

28 tests since 27 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass181,423 miles (+154)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    181,423 miles
    Test number
    850928721435
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Nearside And Offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle Identification Number In Windscreen Deteriorated

  2. Fail181,269 miles (+5,022)1 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    181,269 miles
    Test number
    351084445428
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective Emergency Cap Fitted (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Nearside And Offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle Identification Number In Windscreen Deteriorated

  3. Pass176,247 miles (+6,529)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    176,247 miles
    Test number
    757917110707
    • AdvisoryChassis number in windscreen deteraited

  4. Pass169,718 miles (+3,773)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    169,718 miles
    Test number
    621895383960
    • MinorFront Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust silencer corroded

  5. Pass165,945 miles (+8,224)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    165,945 miles
    Test number
    804882733201
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • 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. Pass157,721 miles (+176)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    157,721 miles
    Test number
    675998552714
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive gearbox slight leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  7. Fail157,545 miles (+5,618)6 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,545 miles
    Test number
    371562010335
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive gearbox slight leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  8. Pass151,927 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    151,927 miles
    Test number
    625883828903

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail151,927 miles (+3,809)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,927 miles
    Test number
    707900322604
    • Repaired at testHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass148,118 miles (+2,743)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    148,118 miles
    Test number
    635354423939
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH Rear Tyres 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass145,375 miles (+1,186)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    145,375 miles
    Test number
    640344368675

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass144,189 miles (+472)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    144,189 miles
    Test number
    127796658865

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass143,717 miles (+925)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    143,717 miles
    Test number
    357406368671
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle rusty

  14. Fail142,792 miles2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,792 miles
    Test number
    479601295146
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteUnderside of vehicle corroded

  15. Pass142,792 miles (+896)1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    142,792 miles
    Test number
    915421595139
    • NoteUnderside of vehicle corroded

  16. Pass141,896 miles (+5,143)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    141,896 miles
    Test number
    489150874143
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteVEHICLE UNDERSIDE SLIGHTLY CORRODED

  17. Pass136,753 miles (+4,535)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    136,753 miles
    Test number
    567466973135

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass132,218 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    132,218 miles
    Test number
    847112812273

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail132,214 miles (+6,266)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,214 miles
    Test number
    986482072110
    • FailureRear Fuel hose excessively chafed (7.2.2)
    • FailureSteering damper leaking oil (2.2.C.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Pass125,948 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    125,948 miles
    Test number
    306628581126
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  21. Fail125,948 miles (+7,923)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,948 miles
    Test number
    606708581144
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  22. Pass118,025 miles (+6,551)
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    118,025 miles
    Test number
    434605600123

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass111,474 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    111,474 miles
    Test number
    762289419200
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  24. Fail111,474 miles (+3,988)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,474 miles
    Test number
    921109219222
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  25. Pass107,486 miles (+4,042)
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    107,486 miles
    Test number
    144121128231

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass103,444 miles (+4,437)
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    103,444 miles
    Test number
    231723637217

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass99,007 miles (+3,573)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    99,007 miles
    Test number
    631690306383

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass95,434 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    95,434 miles
    Test number
    472310405341

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about SL 6811

What vehicle is registration SL 6811 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show SL 6811 on a red and red petrol Mercedes-Benz SL first used on 4 Sept 1998. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does SL 6811 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on SL 6811 is valid until 8 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on SL 6811?
The MOT on SL 6811 is valid until 8 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has SL 6811 done?
SL 6811 was recorded at 181,423 miles at its MOT on 9 Sept 2026, an average of 4,121 miles a year.
Has SL 6811 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. SL 6811 has failed 7 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on SL 6811 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 SL 6811 find?
SL 6811 passed its latest MOT on 9 Sept 2026 with 3 advisories: oil leak, but not excessive; rear coil spring corroded nearside and offside; vehicle identification number in windscreen deteriorated.

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