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Mercedes-Benz SL

Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 4,996 cc

T500 MSLMOT history

T500 MSL is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz SL first used on 1 Sept 2003. Its MOT expired on 1 Sept 2026 and it has passed 18 of 23 MOT tests, with 88,760 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Sept 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 1 Sept 2026
Mileage
88,760 mi
At MOT on 2 Sept 2025
MOT tests
23
18 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,081 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T500 MSL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SL
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,996 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
1 Sept 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 1 Sept 2026
Latest MOT test
2 Sept 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T500 MSL was last recorded at 88,760 miles on 2 Sept 2025, 271 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Aug 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
88,489 miles · 17 Aug 2024
Between the last two tests
271 miles
Average per year
3,081 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 88,760 miles
  • 2024 – 88,489 miles
  • 2023 – 87,740 miles
  • 2022 – 86,784 miles
  • 2021 – 86,301 miles
  • 2020 – 85,033 miles
  • 2019 – 83,303 miles
  • 2018 – 79,579 miles
  • 2015 – 76,716 miles
  • 2014 – 70,044 miles
  • 2013 – 66,729 miles
  • 2012 – 62,933 miles
  • 2011 – 58,765 miles
  • 2010 – 52,262 miles
  • 2009 – 44,721 miles
  • 2008 – 38,971 miles
  • 2007 – 32,066 miles
  • 2006 – 30,193 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass88,760 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 Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear jack pad missing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

23 tests since 30 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass88,760 miles (+271)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    88,760 miles
    Test number
    283955996567

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass88,489 miles (+749)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    88,489 miles
    Test number
    602711217814
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass87,740 miles (+956)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    87,740 miles
    Test number
    475700487501

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass86,784 miles (+23)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    86,784 miles
    Test number
    318168900002
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear jack pad missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Fail86,761 miles (+460)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,761 miles
    Test number
    723021854729
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear jack pad missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass86,301 miles (+1,268)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    86,301 miles
    Test number
    104304199058
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both Front Brake Pipes Corroded (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass85,033 miles (+1,730)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    85,033 miles
    Test number
    975926458067

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass83,303 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    83,303 miles
    Test number
    447826104110
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both front (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Fail83,293 miles (+3,714)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,293 miles
    Test number
    723663729973
    • DangerousOffside Rear Suspension system inoperative (5.3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both front tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Pass79,579 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    79,579 miles
    Test number
    907951778603

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail79,579 miles (+2,863)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,579 miles
    Test number
    954680485287
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

  12. Pass76,716 miles (+6,672)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    76,716 miles
    Test number
    345000707707
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  13. Pass70,044 miles (+3,315)7 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    70,044 miles
    Test number
    627172044001
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  14. Pass66,729 miles4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    66,729 miles
    Test number
    885480253012
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres have slight wear on inner edges of tread
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Fail66,729 miles (+3,796)1 failure5 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,729 miles
    Test number
    117819043042
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres have slight wear on inner edges of tread
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Pass62,933 miles (+4,168)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    62,933 miles
    Test number
    945600242097
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Pass58,765 miles (+6,503)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    58,765 miles
    Test number
    508875491085
    • NoteBrake pads wearing slightly down, not 100% visible
    • NoteVarious underbody covers fitted restricting examination.

  18. Pass52,262 miles (+7,541)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    52,262 miles
    Test number
    980348390006
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteN/s/r tyre 2.5mm in places

  19. Fail44,721 miles2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,721 miles
    Test number
    761663379002
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront brake pads 90% worn

  20. Pass44,721 miles (+5,750)1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    44,721 miles
    Test number
    973353579085
    • NoteFront brake pads 90% worn

  21. Pass38,971 miles (+6,905)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    38,971 miles
    Test number
    813852598034

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass32,066 miles (+1,873)1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    32,066 miles
    Test number
    622814197075
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre

  23. Pass30,193 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    30,193 miles
    Test number
    333462746477

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T500 MSL

Does T500 MSL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T500 MSL expired on 1 Sept 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T500 MSL?
The MOT on T500 MSL expired on 1 Sept 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T500 MSL done?
T500 MSL was recorded at 88,760 miles at its MOT on 2 Sept 2025, an average of 3,081 miles a year.
Has T500 MSL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T500 MSL has failed 5 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Aug 2022.
Has the mileage on T500 MSL 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 MSL find?
T500 MSL passed its latest MOT on 2 Sept 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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