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Mercedes-Benz SL

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 3,199 cc

T65 XCGMOT history

T65 XCG is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz SL first used on 20 Apr 1999. Its MOT is valid until 3 Jul 2027 and it has passed 18 of 25 MOT tests, with 95,713 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 3 Jul 2027
Mileage
95,713 mi
At MOT on 4 Jul 2026
MOT tests
25
18 passed · 7 failed
Per year
449 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T65 XCG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SL
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,199 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
20 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T65 XCG was last recorded at 95,713 miles on 4 Jul 2026, 460 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Jan 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 5 Oct 2009: 42,034 miles, lower than 87,655 miles on 19 Jul 2008.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
95,253 miles · 10 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
460 miles
Average per year
449 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 95,713 miles
  • 2025 – 95,253 miles
  • 2024 – 95,233 miles
  • 2023 – 91,204 miles
  • 2022 – 88,295 miles
  • 2021 – 83,028 miles
  • 2020 – 77,398 miles
  • 2019 – 76,057 miles
  • 2018 – 72,602 miles
  • 2017 – 68,195 miles
  • 2016 – 62,384 miles
  • 2015 – 58,626 miles
  • 2014 – 49,438 miles
  • 2013 – 48,827 miles
  • 2012 – 48,272 miles
  • 2011 – 46,879 miles
  • 2010 – 45,011 miles
  • 2009 – 42,034 miles
  • 2008 – 87,655 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass95,713 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 Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2016

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Nearside Steering pivot point has slight play steering idler (2.2.B.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

25 tests since 18 Jul 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass95,713 miles (+460)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    95,713 miles
    Test number
    578213040165

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass95,253 miles (+20)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    95,253 miles
    Test number
    493611655796
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer steering arm has slight play
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Fail95,233 miles (+4,029)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,233 miles
    Test number
    175912712177
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases cat and exhaust corroded (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front slight play in outer steering arm
    • AdvisoryBoth front bumper supports corroded

  4. Pass91,204 miles (+2,909)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    91,204 miles
    Test number
    777709067389
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass88,295 miles (+5,267)
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    88,295 miles
    Test number
    939689455118

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass83,028 miles (+33)
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    83,028 miles
    Test number
    700639542484

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail82,995 miles (+5,597)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,995 miles
    Test number
    297771337217
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

  8. Pass77,398 miles (+1,341)
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    77,398 miles
    Test number
    715424709955

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass76,057 miles (+3,455)
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    76,057 miles
    Test number
    550661750025

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass72,602 miles (+4,407)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    72,602 miles
    Test number
    502374277520

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass68,195 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    68,195 miles
    Test number
    634216555900

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail68,195 miles (+5,811)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,195 miles
    Test number
    718155510892
    • Repaired at testNearside Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

  13. Pass62,384 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    62,384 miles
    Test number
    530321087599
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering pivot point has slight play steering idler (2.2.B.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  14. Fail62,384 miles (+3,758)3 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,384 miles
    Test number
    230830601429
    • FailureNearside Brake pipe inadequately clipped front to rear (3.6.B.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust mount broken
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering pivot point has slight play steering idler (2.2.B.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  15. Pass58,626 miles (+9,188)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    58,626 miles
    Test number
    617274471212
    • AdvisoryElectrical wiring damaged, but not likely to cause a short wiring for 0/2 sensor chafed/ has at some point been fouling exhaust (1.9.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear brake pipe (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and under tray fitted obscuring components
    • AdvisoryNearside front to rear brake pipe has advanced corrosion.
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust section deteriorated
    • AdvisorySuspect registration plate figures are incorrectly spaced (front and rear)
    • AdvisoryUnable to fully inspect corrosion nearside front to rear brake pipe due to position of pipe

  16. Pass49,438 miles (+611)
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    49,438 miles
    Test number
    266763874232

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail48,827 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,827 miles
    Test number
    296204973206
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  18. Pass48,827 miles (+555)
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    48,827 miles
    Test number
    829594073276

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass48,272 miles (+1,393)
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    48,272 miles
    Test number
    326855762419

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass46,879 miles (+1,868)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    46,879 miles
    Test number
    787469441200
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  21. Fail45,011 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,011 miles
    Test number
    482942770234
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  22. Pass45,011 miles (+2,977)
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    45,011 miles
    Test number
    762982870241

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass42,034 miles (-45,621)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    42,034 miles
    Test number
    614768979230
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • NoteBrake pedal a little spongy

  24. Pass87,655 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    87,655 miles
    Test number
    464831208244

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail87,655 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,655 miles
    Test number
    552230908255
    • FailureHeadlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Questions about T65 XCG

Does T65 XCG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T65 XCG is valid until 3 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on T65 XCG?
The MOT on T65 XCG is valid until 3 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T65 XCG done?
T65 XCG was recorded at 95,713 miles at its MOT on 4 Jul 2026, an average of 449 miles a year.
Has T65 XCG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T65 XCG has failed 7 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Dec 2024.
Has the mileage on T65 XCG ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 5 Oct 2009. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T65 XCG find?
T65 XCG passed its latest MOT on 4 Jul 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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