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Mercedes-Benz SL

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 2,799 cc

T710 HTSMOT history

T710 HTS is a red petrol Mercedes-Benz SL first used on 16 Jun 1999. Its MOT is valid until 21 Apr 2027 and it has passed 19 of 22 MOT tests, with 76,038 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 21 Apr 2027
Mileage
76,038 mi
At MOT on 17 Apr 2026
MOT tests
22
19 passed · 3 failed
Per year
Not enough data
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Vehicle details

Registration
T710 HTS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SL
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,799 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
16 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T710 HTS was last recorded at 76,038 miles on 17 Apr 2026, 30 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Apr 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 8 Aug 2005: 38,096 miles, lower than 380,963 miles on 3 Aug 2005.

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
76,008 miles · 15 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
30 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 76,038 miles
  • 2025 – 76,008 miles
  • 2024 – 75,995 miles
  • 2023 – 75,832 miles
  • 2021 – 75,830 miles
  • 2020 – 75,212 miles
  • 2019 – 74,677 miles
  • 2018 – 71,986 miles
  • 2017 – 67,900 miles
  • 2016 – 63,791 miles
  • 2014 – 63,290 miles
  • 2013 – 61,662 miles
  • 2012 – 59,909 miles
  • 2011 – 57,623 miles
  • 2009 – 54,350 miles
  • 2008 – 50,653 miles
  • 2007 – 46,881 miles
  • 2006 – 41,913 miles
  • 2005 – 38,096 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass76,038 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 Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2016

Full MOT history

22 tests since 3 Aug 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass76,038 miles (+30)
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    76,038 miles
    Test number
    933954591651

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass76,008 miles (+13)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    76,008 miles
    Test number
    449036699093
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both sides (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  3. Pass75,995 miles (+163)
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    75,995 miles
    Test number
    725294594571

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass75,832 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    75,832 miles
    Test number
    830433352395

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail75,831 miles (+1)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,831 miles
    Test number
    720946397856
    • DangerousOffside Rear Outer Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass75,830 miles (+618)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    75,830 miles
    Test number
    135742963756

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass75,212 miles (+535)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    75,212 miles
    Test number
    126186518912

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass74,677 miles (+2,691)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    74,677 miles
    Test number
    592985122937

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass71,986 miles (+4,086)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    71,986 miles
    Test number
    175149040638

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass67,900 miles (+4,109)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    67,900 miles
    Test number
    647510025622
    • AdvisoryUndertray fitted

  11. Pass63,791 miles (+501)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    63,791 miles
    Test number
    561626716903
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryAll brake discs slightly corroded but not to excess

  12. Pass63,290 miles (+1,628)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    63,290 miles
    Test number
    755918674084
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSlight play in nearside steering idler but not to excess

  13. Pass61,662 miles (+1,753)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    61,662 miles
    Test number
    387020243078
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  14. Pass59,909 miles (+2,286)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    59,909 miles
    Test number
    487200842058
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  15. Pass57,623 miles (+3,273)
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    57,623 miles
    Test number
    175609231419

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass54,350 miles (+3,697)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    54,350 miles
    Test number
    293430429392
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  17. Pass50,653 miles (+3,772)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    50,653 miles
    Test number
    461478208420

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass46,881 miles (+4,968)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    46,881 miles
    Test number
    253070527399

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass41,913 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    41,913 miles
    Test number
    523999646207

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail41,913 miles (+3,817)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,913 miles
    Test number
    883089146205
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  21. Pass38,096 miles (-342,867)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2006
    Odometer
    38,096 miles
    Test number
    551140025205

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail380,963 miles1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    380,963 miles
    Test number
    350825515255
    • FailureOffside Steering damper leaking oil (2.2.C.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Questions about T710 HTS

Does T710 HTS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T710 HTS is valid until 21 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on T710 HTS?
The MOT on T710 HTS is valid until 21 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T710 HTS done?
T710 HTS was recorded at 76,038 miles at its MOT on 17 Apr 2026.
Has T710 HTS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T710 HTS has failed 3 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Apr 2023.
Has the mileage on T710 HTS ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 8 Aug 2005. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T710 HTS find?
T710 HTS passed its latest MOT on 17 Apr 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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