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Mercedes-Benz SL

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 3,199 cc

T769 KGNMOT history

T769 KGN is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz SL first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 15 Aug 2027 and it has passed 17 of 27 MOT tests, with 87,578 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 15 Aug 2027
Mileage
87,578 mi
At MOT on 3 Aug 2026
MOT tests
27
17 passed · 10 failed
Per year
2,037 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T769 KGN
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
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T769 KGN was last recorded at 87,578 miles on 3 Aug 2026, 38 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Jul 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
87,540 miles · 28 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
38 miles
Average per year
2,037 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 87,578 miles
  • 2025 – 85,691 miles
  • 2024 – 82,831 miles
  • 2022 – 82,644 miles
  • 2021 – 82,605 miles
  • 2019 – 82,201 miles
  • 2017 – 82,040 miles
  • 2016 – 81,258 miles
  • 2015 – 80,103 miles
  • 2014 – 79,505 miles
  • 2012 – 75,555 miles
  • 2011 – 70,286 miles
  • 2010 – 65,386 miles
  • 2009 – 59,970 miles
  • 2008 – 55,893 miles
  • 2007 – 51,500 miles
  • 2005 – 45,095 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass87,578 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both front discs showing signs of wear (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both rear discs showing signs of wear (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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 Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Oil leak

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

27 tests since 23 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass87,578 miles (+38)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    87,578 miles
    Test number
    200358333270
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both front discs showing signs of wear (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both rear discs showing signs of wear (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  2. Fail87,540 miles (+1,849)2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,540 miles
    Test number
    949955286500
    • 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))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass85,691 miles (+2,860)
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    85,691 miles
    Test number
    983638829729

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass82,831 miles (+107)
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    82,831 miles
    Test number
    560886037588

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail82,724 miles (+80)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,724 miles
    Test number
    445172740479
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass82,644 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2023
    Odometer
    82,644 miles
    Test number
    937332091883

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail82,643 miles (+38)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,643 miles
    Test number
    742571017936
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from transmission front transmission pipe (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass82,605 miles (+404)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    82,605 miles
    Test number
    776327669605
    • AdvisoryNearside front & both rear tyres slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

  9. Pass82,201 miles (+28)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    82,201 miles
    Test number
    738902289015
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Fail82,173 miles (+133)1 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,173 miles
    Test number
    485320880707
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  11. Pass82,040 miles (+6)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    82,040 miles
    Test number
    959838354350
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  12. Fail82,034 miles (+776)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,034 miles
    Test number
    264963728874
    • FailureCentral Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  13. Pass81,258 miles (+1,155)
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    81,258 miles
    Test number
    396194109701

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass80,103 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    80,103 miles
    Test number
    615001080892
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  15. Fail80,100 miles (+595)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,100 miles
    Test number
    350440126957
    • FailureCentre Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt both dust covers (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  16. Pass79,505 miles (+3,950)
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    79,505 miles
    Test number
    428329704344

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail75,555 miles2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,555 miles
    Test number
    498766912208
    • Repaired at testNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Pass75,555 miles (+5,269)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    75,555 miles
    Test number
    986676112237
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Pass70,286 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    70,286 miles
    Test number
    737512471199

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail70,286 miles (+4,900)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,286 miles
    Test number
    207124461416
    • FailureFront registration plate missing (6.3.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has serious deterioration of the bonding between metal and flexible material of an upper support bearing (2.5.B.3a)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has serious deterioration of the bonding between metal and flexible material of an upper support bearing (2.5.B.3a)

  21. Fail65,386 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,386 miles
    Test number
    662189110112
    • Repaired at testFront Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  22. Pass65,386 miles (+5,416)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    65,386 miles
    Test number
    804089010129

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass59,970 miles (+4,077)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    59,970 miles
    Test number
    253896809158

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass55,893 miles (+4,393)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    55,893 miles
    Test number
    482929818119
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  25. Pass51,500 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    51,500 miles
    Test number
    641560027179
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  26. Fail51,500 miles (+6,405)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,500 miles
    Test number
    954690527106
    • Repaired at testFront Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  27. Pass45,095 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    45,095 miles
    Test number
    703446865227

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T769 KGN

Does T769 KGN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T769 KGN is valid until 15 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on T769 KGN?
The MOT on T769 KGN is valid until 15 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T769 KGN done?
T769 KGN was recorded at 87,578 miles at its MOT on 3 Aug 2026, an average of 2,037 miles a year.
Has T769 KGN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T769 KGN has failed 10 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on T769 KGN 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 T769 KGN find?
T769 KGN passed its latest MOT on 3 Aug 2026 with 3 advisories: front brake disc worn, but not excessively both front discs showing signs of wear; nearside rear nail in tyre; rear brake disc worn, but not excessively both rear discs showing signs of wear.

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