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Mercedes-Benz SL

Blue · Petrol · 1997 · 4,973 cc

SLA 500MOT history

SLA 500 is a blue petrol Mercedes-Benz SL first used on 4 Oct 1997. Its MOT is valid until 24 Aug 2027 and it has passed 21 of 23 MOT tests, with 98,872 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 24 Aug 2027
Mileage
98,872 mi
At MOT on 24 Aug 2026
MOT tests
23
21 passed · 2 failed
Per year
880 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
SLA 500
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SL
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,973 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
4 Oct 1997
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

SLA 500 was last recorded at 98,872 miles on 24 Aug 2026, 600 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
98,272 miles · 13 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
600 miles
Average per year
880 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 98,872 miles
  • 2025 – 98,272 miles
  • 2024 – 97,494 miles
  • 2023 – 97,352 miles
  • 2022 – 96,814 miles
  • 2021 – 95,809 miles
  • 2020 – 95,176 miles
  • 2019 – 94,606 miles
  • 2018 – 93,435 miles
  • 2017 – 92,708 miles
  • 2016 – 92,271 miles
  • 2015 – 91,766 miles
  • 2014 – 91,168 miles
  • 2013 – 90,358 miles
  • 2012 – 89,838 miles
  • 2011 – 89,424 miles
  • 2010 – 87,611 miles
  • 2009 – 87,096 miles
  • 2008 – 85,892 miles
  • 2007 – 84,210 miles
  • 2006 – 81,300 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass98,872 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

23 tests since 7 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass98,872 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    98,872 miles
    Test number
    301843650994
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  2. Fail98,872 miles (+600)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,872 miles
    Test number
    371300788423
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  3. Pass98,272 miles (+778)
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    98,272 miles
    Test number
    542325037836

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass97,494 miles (+142)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    97,494 miles
    Test number
    221111676034
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Oil leak, but not excessive on the engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords 235/40R18 91Y (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  5. Pass97,352 miles (+538)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    97,352 miles
    Test number
    844321663146
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  6. Pass96,814 miles (+1,005)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    96,814 miles
    Test number
    978400260996
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass95,809 miles (+633)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    95,809 miles
    Test number
    442536272841
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass95,176 miles (+570)
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    95,176 miles
    Test number
    953897156281

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass94,606 miles (+1,171)
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    94,606 miles
    Test number
    653245995071

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass93,435 miles (+727)
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    93,435 miles
    Test number
    213580642656

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass92,708 miles (+437)
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    92,708 miles
    Test number
    756055564603

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass92,271 miles (+505)
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    92,271 miles
    Test number
    673756190363

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass91,766 miles (+598)
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    91,766 miles
    Test number
    257444206619

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass91,168 miles (+810)
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    91,168 miles
    Test number
    688746254224

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass90,358 miles (+520)
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    90,358 miles
    Test number
    635149153216

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass89,838 miles (+414)
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    89,838 miles
    Test number
    937042852284

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass89,424 miles (+1,813)
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    89,424 miles
    Test number
    355666441257

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass87,611 miles (+515)
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    87,611 miles
    Test number
    901757140211

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass87,096 miles (+1,204)
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    87,096 miles
    Test number
    861581649260

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass85,892 miles (+1,682)
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    85,892 miles
    Test number
    384147458420

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass84,210 miles (+2,910)5 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    84,210 miles
    Test number
    700522447245
    • NoteBoth front tyres nearing the legal limit
    • NoteOffside front indicator starting to flash white
    • NoteOffside rear tyre on the legal limit
    • NoteRear diff damp (possible oil seal)
    • NoteSlight play to both steering idlers

  22. Pass81,300 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    81,300 miles
    Test number
    370110656212

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail81,300 miles1 dangerous1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,300 miles
    Test number
    963280456292
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteSTEERING DAMPER LEAKING

Questions about SLA 500

What vehicle is registration SLA 500 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show SLA 500 on a blue petrol Mercedes-Benz SL first used on 4 Oct 1997. 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 SLA 500 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on SLA 500 is valid until 24 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on SLA 500?
The MOT on SLA 500 is valid until 24 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has SLA 500 done?
SLA 500 was recorded at 98,872 miles at its MOT on 24 Aug 2026, an average of 880 miles a year.
Has SLA 500 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. SLA 500 has failed 2 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on SLA 500 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 SLA 500 find?
SLA 500 passed its latest MOT on 24 Aug 2026 with 4 advisories: front brake disc worn, but not excessively; offside front inner track rod end ball joint has slight play; oil leak, but not excessive, and 1 more.

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