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Mercedes-Benz SL

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 2,799 cc

T547 TGCMOT history

T547 TGC is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz SL first used on 28 May 1999. Its MOT expired on 8 Sept 2023 and it has passed 18 of 22 MOT tests, with 149,722 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Sept 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 8 Sept 2023
Mileage
149,722 mi
At MOT on 8 Sept 2022
MOT tests
22
18 passed · 4 failed
Per year
5,562 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T547 TGC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SL
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,799 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
28 May 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 8 Sept 2023
Latest MOT test
8 Sept 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T547 TGC was last recorded at 149,722 miles on 8 Sept 2022, 6,880 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Aug 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
142,842 miles · 25 Aug 2021
Between the last two tests
6,880 miles
Average per year
5,562 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 149,722 miles
  • 2021 – 142,842 miles
  • 2020 – 136,743 miles
  • 2019 – 134,617 miles
  • 2018 – 130,787 miles
  • 2017 – 126,447 miles
  • 2016 – 124,133 miles
  • 2015 – 118,237 miles
  • 2014 – 116,884 miles
  • 2013 – 114,972 miles
  • 2012 – 105,656 miles
  • 2011 – 97,453 miles
  • 2010 – 91,595 miles
  • 2009 – 83,474 miles
  • 2008 – 79,610 miles
  • 2007 – 75,279 miles
  • 2006 – 67,616 miles
  • 2005 – 54,754 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass149,722 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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.

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2011

Full MOT history

22 tests since 12 Aug 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass149,722 miles (+6,880)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    149,722 miles
    Test number
    799537324506
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  2. Pass142,842 miles (+6,099)
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    142,842 miles
    Test number
    702065235284

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass136,743 miles (+2,126)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    136,743 miles
    Test number
    688994537854
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear tyres worn to 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
  4. Pass134,617 miles (+3,830)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    134,617 miles
    Test number
    172896552814
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both rear (1.1.11 (c))
  5. Pass130,787 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    130,787 miles
    Test number
    972360396896

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail130,787 miles (+4,340)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,787 miles
    Test number
    813606746603
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  7. Pass126,447 miles (+2,314)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    126,447 miles
    Test number
    451020540140
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit both front (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Slight damage to 0/s/f bumper
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded both rear pipes (3.6.B.2c)
  8. Pass124,133 miles (+5,896)
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    124,133 miles
    Test number
    465059892949

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass118,237 miles (+1,353)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    118,237 miles
    Test number
    302969374566
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
  10. Pass116,884 miles (+1,912)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    116,884 miles
    Test number
    837401234228
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
  11. Pass114,972 miles (+9,316)
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    114,972 miles
    Test number
    597001533285

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass105,656 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    105,656 miles
    Test number
    578314532273
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  13. Fail105,656 miles (+8,203)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,656 miles
    Test number
    147664432290
    • FailureCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureSteering damper leaking oil (2.2.C.1f)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  14. Pass97,453 miles (+5,858)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    97,453 miles
    Test number
    785839441236
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBrake pedal rubber is starting to deterioate
  15. Pass91,595 miles (+8,121)
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    91,595 miles
    Test number
    654729740255

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail83,474 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,474 miles
    Test number
    254089029247
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)
  17. Pass83,474 miles (+3,864)
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    83,474 miles
    Test number
    384559429425

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass79,610 miles (+4,331)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    79,610 miles
    Test number
    360082058215
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  19. Pass75,279 miles (+7,663)
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    75,279 miles
    Test number
    852331747206

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass67,616 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    67,616 miles
    Test number
    410822626258

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail67,616 miles (+12,862)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,616 miles
    Test number
    620492126208
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  22. Pass54,754 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2006
    Odometer
    54,754 miles
    Test number
    372514025269

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T547 TGC

Does T547 TGC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T547 TGC expired on 8 Sept 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T547 TGC?
The MOT on T547 TGC expired on 8 Sept 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T547 TGC done?
T547 TGC was recorded at 149,722 miles at its MOT on 8 Sept 2022, an average of 5,562 miles a year.
Has T547 TGC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T547 TGC has failed 4 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Aug 2018.
Has the mileage on T547 TGC 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 T547 TGC find?
T547 TGC passed its latest MOT on 8 Sept 2022 with 2 advisories: front oil leak, but not excessive; offside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material.

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