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Mercedes-Benz SL

Red · Petrol · 1961 · 1,897 cc

SSL 676MOT history

SSL 676 is a red petrol Mercedes-Benz SL first used on 1 Nov 1983. Its MOT is valid until 15 Jul 2027 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 40,010 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 15 Jul 2027
Mileage
40,010 mi
At MOT on 16 Jul 2026
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
174 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
SSL 676
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SL
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,897 cc
Year of manufacture
1961
First used
1 Nov 1983
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

SSL 676 was last recorded at 40,010 miles on 16 Jul 2026, 151 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
39,859 miles · 8 May 2025
Between the last two tests
151 miles
Average per year
174 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 40,010 miles
  • 2025 – 39,859 miles
  • 2018 – 39,690 miles
  • 2017 – 39,682 miles
  • 2016 – 39,314 miles
  • 2015 – 39,223 miles
  • 2014 – 38,901 miles
  • 2013 – 38,824 miles
  • 2012 – 38,765 miles
  • 2011 – 38,587 miles
  • 2010 – 38,288 miles
  • 2009 – 37,918 miles
  • 2008 – 37,788 miles
  • 2007 – 37,650 miles
  • 2006 – 37,056 miles
  • 2005 – 36,324 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass40,010 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2012–2018

  • Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2012–2018

  • Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Oil leak

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2017

  • Engine oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

23 tests since 29 Apr 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass40,010 miles (+151)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    40,010 miles
    Test number
    379086134979

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass39,859 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2026
    Odometer
    39,859 miles
    Test number
    497910571559
    • AdvisorySlight play in steering

  3. Fail39,859 miles (+169)1 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,859 miles
    Test number
    365655251738
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear pin/bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear pin/bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in lower steering box
    • AdvisoryPlay in n/s steering idler arm

  4. Pass39,690 miles (+2)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2019
    Odometer
    39,690 miles
    Test number
    575976832581
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  5. Fail39,688 miles (+6)4 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,688 miles
    Test number
    669504854049
    • FailureOffside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded Front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront wheel bearing has slight play Both (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion O\S\R boot floor (6.1.B.2)

  6. Pass39,682 miles (+368)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2018
    Odometer
    39,682 miles
    Test number
    344919426336
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Body has slight corrosion boot floor (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  7. Pass39,314 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2017
    Odometer
    39,314 miles
    Test number
    592992475486
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke at idle (7.4.A.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

  8. Fail39,314 miles (+91)1 failure6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,314 miles
    Test number
    644531913352
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke at idle (7.4.A.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

  9. Pass39,223 miles (+322)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    39,223 miles
    Test number
    755453065134
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOil leak

  10. Pass38,901 miles (+77)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2015
    Odometer
    38,901 miles
    Test number
    516532024149
    • NoteN.s.r brake pipes corroded
    • NoteSlight play in front wheel bearings

  11. Pass38,824 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    38,824 miles
    Test number
    807260923269
    • NoteSlight noise from o.s.r wheel bearing
    • NoteSlight play in o.s.f wheel bearing

  12. Fail38,824 miles (+59)3 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,824 miles
    Test number
    497787813208
    • FailureFront registration plate missing (6.3.1a)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteSlight noise from o.s.r wheel bearing
    • NoteSlight play in o.s.f wheel bearing

  13. Pass38,765 miles (+178)6 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2013
    Odometer
    38,765 miles
    Test number
    426477332150
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteRear brake application slightly uneven
    • NoteSlight corrosion to offside rear chassis / boot floor
    • NoteSlight knock from steering

  14. Pass38,587 miles (+299)5 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2012
    Odometer
    38,587 miles
    Test number
    209516921175
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteO.s.r chassis corroded
    • NoteSlight corrosion around brake servo
    • NoteSlight knock from steering.

  15. Pass38,288 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    38,288 miles
    Test number
    161212370117

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail38,288 miles (+370)4 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,288 miles
    Test number
    161230960149
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteOil leaks
    • NoteSlight play in o,s,f wheel bearing

  17. Pass37,918 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    37,918 miles
    Test number
    680570079154

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail37,918 miles (+130)4 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,918 miles
    Test number
    172148669190
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteHandbrake acceptable travel
    • NoteVery slight play in wheel bearing,

  19. Pass37,788 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    37,788 miles
    Test number
    774898858101

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail37,788 miles (+138)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,788 miles
    Test number
    243565558461
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  21. Pass37,650 miles (+594)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    37,650 miles
    Test number
    451156067146

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass37,056 miles (+732)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    37,056 miles
    Test number
    422233766102
    • NoteAcceptable corrosion to rear suspension areas.
    • NoteSlight play in n.s.f wheel..

  23. Pass36,324 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2006
    Odometer
    36,324 miles
    Test number
    642029615179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about SSL 676

What vehicle is registration SSL 676 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show SSL 676 on a red petrol Mercedes-Benz SL first used on 1 Nov 1983. 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 SSL 676 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on SSL 676 is valid until 15 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on SSL 676?
The MOT on SSL 676 is valid until 15 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has SSL 676 done?
SSL 676 was recorded at 40,010 miles at its MOT on 16 Jul 2026, an average of 174 miles a year.
Has SSL 676 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. SSL 676 has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on SSL 676 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 SSL 676 find?
SSL 676 passed its latest MOT on 16 Jul 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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