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Mercedes-Benz SL

Purple · Petrol · 1999 · 4,973 cc

T500 DGBMOT history

T500 DGB is a purple petrol Mercedes-Benz SL first used on 30 Apr 1999. Its MOT is valid until 8 Apr 2027 and it has passed 20 of 27 MOT tests, with 56,236 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 8 Apr 2027
Mileage
56,236 mi
At MOT on 9 Apr 2026
MOT tests
27
20 passed · 7 failed
Per year
1,715 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T500 DGB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SL
Colour
Purple
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,973 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
30 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T500 DGB was last recorded at 56,236 miles on 9 Apr 2026, 104 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Aug 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
56,132 miles · 7 Aug 2024
Between the last two tests
104 miles
Average per year
1,715 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 56,236 miles
  • 2024 – 56,132 miles
  • 2023 – 56,001 miles
  • 2022 – 55,431 miles
  • 2021 – 54,851 miles
  • 2020 – 53,952 miles
  • 2019 – 52,575 miles
  • 2018 – 50,741 miles
  • 2017 – 48,754 miles
  • 2016 – 48,097 miles
  • 2015 – 47,087 miles
  • 2014 – 43,954 miles
  • 2013 – 41,636 miles
  • 2012 – 39,304 miles
  • 2011 – 37,165 miles
  • 2010 – 34,942 miles
  • 2009 – 32,717 miles
  • 2008 – 29,467 miles
  • 2007 – 25,291 miles
  • 2006 – 21,836 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass56,236 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.

  • Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2009–2012

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2010

  • Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2010

  • Centre Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2009

  • Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2009

Full MOT history

27 tests since 17 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass56,236 miles (+104)
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    56,236 miles
    Test number
    954833091691

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass56,132 miles (+131)
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    56,132 miles
    Test number
    989792480204

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass56,001 miles (+570)
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    56,001 miles
    Test number
    394050258419

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass55,431 miles (+580)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    55,431 miles
    Test number
    640549361350
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal cracking slightly
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Cracking slightly (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust center box casing corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Cracking slightly (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  5. Pass54,851 miles (+899)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    54,851 miles
    Test number
    133001534963
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust box casing corroded
    • AdvisorySlight cracking in fuel tank cap seal

  6. Pass53,952 miles (+1,377)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    53,952 miles
    Test number
    938602977339
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to ABS pump. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays present. Obscuring view of some underside testable components.

  7. Pass52,575 miles (+1,834)
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    52,575 miles
    Test number
    170172851774

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass50,741 miles (+1,987)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    50,741 miles
    Test number
    787862330084
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Pass48,754 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    48,754 miles
    Test number
    846671050049
    • AdvisoryFront to rear fuel pipe slightly corroded.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryUnder trays present, obscuring view of some underside testable components.
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  10. Fail48,754 miles (+657)5 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,754 miles
    Test number
    275043582547
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryFront to rear fuel pipe slightly corroded.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryUnder trays present, obscuring view of some underside testable components.
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  11. Pass48,097 miles (+1,010)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    48,097 miles
    Test number
    278573816179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass47,087 miles (+3,133)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    47,087 miles
    Test number
    909491675077
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  13. Pass43,954 miles (+2,318)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    43,954 miles
    Test number
    519594564013
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteFuel cap rubber cracking
    • NoteMiddle brake light inop

  14. Pass41,636 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    41,636 miles
    Test number
    986590883053
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteEye level stoplamp not working.

  15. Fail41,636 miles (+2,332)1 dangerous1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,636 miles
    Test number
    616331473062
    • DangerousNearside Front Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteEye level stoplamp not working.

  16. Pass39,304 miles (+110)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    39,304 miles
    Test number
    508384482022
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded

  17. Fail39,194 miles (+2,029)2 failures3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,194 miles
    Test number
    187883572025
    • FailureBrake pedal has insufficient reserve movement (3.3.A.5)
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteInner edge of rear discs in poor condition.

  18. Pass37,165 miles (+8)1 dangerous6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    37,165 miles
    Test number
    797749581087
    • DangerousRear brake disc corrooded on the inside
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  19. Fail37,157 miles (+2,215)1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,157 miles
    Test number
    905538881085
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  20. Pass34,942 miles7 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    34,942 miles
    Test number
    433721680073
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.C.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteThe fuel cap seal is slightly cracked

  21. Fail34,942 miles (+2,225)2 repaired7 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,942 miles
    Test number
    521941480013
    • Repaired at testFront Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.C.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteThe fuel cap seal is slightly cracked

  22. Pass32,717 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    32,717 miles
    Test number
    241469989024
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  23. Fail32,717 miles (+3,250)2 failures9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,717 miles
    Test number
    392016689004
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  24. Pass29,467 miles3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    29,467 miles
    Test number
    890125388020
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteLeft front bumper damaged
    • NoteRear high level light not working

  25. Fail29,467 miles (+4,176)1 failure3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,467 miles
    Test number
    604005688018
    • FailureCentre Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteLeft front bumper damaged

  26. Pass25,291 miles (+3,455)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    25,291 miles
    Test number
    511740887094
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteFront wiper blade smearing

  27. Pass21,836 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    21,836 miles
    Test number
    203546376082
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteRear tyres worn slightly uneven

Questions about T500 DGB

Does T500 DGB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T500 DGB is valid until 8 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on T500 DGB?
The MOT on T500 DGB is valid until 8 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T500 DGB done?
T500 DGB was recorded at 56,236 miles at its MOT on 9 Apr 2026, an average of 1,715 miles a year.
Has T500 DGB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T500 DGB has failed 7 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Aug 2017.
Has the mileage on T500 DGB 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 T500 DGB find?
T500 DGB passed its latest MOT on 9 Apr 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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