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Mercedes-Benz SL

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 3,199 cc

T870 HBWMOT history

T870 HBW is a black petrol Mercedes-Benz SL first used on 27 Apr 1999. Its MOT expired on 13 Nov 2022 and it has passed 17 of 26 MOT tests, with 113,406 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Oct 2021.

MOT
Expired
On 13 Nov 2022
Mileage
113,406 mi
At MOT on 22 Oct 2021
MOT tests
26
17 passed · 9 failed
Per year
3,497 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T870 HBW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SL
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,199 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
27 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 13 Nov 2022
Latest MOT test
22 Oct 2021 (Pass)

Mileage history

T870 HBW was last recorded at 113,406 miles on 22 Oct 2021, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Oct 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
113,406 miles · 20 Oct 2021
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
3,497 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 113,406 miles
  • 2020 – 112,314 miles
  • 2019 – 108,642 miles
  • 2018 – 105,329 miles
  • 2017 – 101,515 miles
  • 2016 – 99,299 miles
  • 2015 – 96,905 miles
  • 2014 – 94,973 miles
  • 2013 – 93,107 miles
  • 2012 – 92,754 miles
  • 2011 – 88,795 miles
  • 2010 – 77,243 miles
  • 2009 – 75,906 miles
  • 2008 – 69,935 miles
  • 2007 – 65,293 miles
  • 2006 – 59,067 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass113,406 miles
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2013

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2011

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge plus nail

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Brake pedal has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot (3.3.A.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Exhaust system corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

26 tests since 8 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass113,406 miles1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    113,406 miles
    Test number
    330403775026
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Fail113,406 miles (+1,092)5 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,406 miles
    Test number
    643500502236
    • MajorBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass112,314 miles1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    112,314 miles
    Test number
    510402082202
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nearside and offside main bushes perishing (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge plus nail (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule nearside and offside (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside and offside (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Coil spring corroded nearside and offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear tyres have very slight sidewall damage

  4. Fail112,314 miles (+3,672)2 repaired1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,314 miles
    Test number
    281267165044
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nearside and offside main bushes perishing (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge plus nail (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule nearside and offside (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside and offside (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Coil spring corroded nearside and offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear tyres have very slight sidewall damage

  5. Pass108,642 miles1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    108,642 miles
    Test number
    774577899524
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge plus nail (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on rear sub frame
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  6. Fail108,642 miles (+3,313)1 dangerous1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,642 miles
    Test number
    441667799816
    • DangerousNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) all not working lose connection (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge plus nail (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on rear sub frame
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  7. Pass105,329 miles (+3,814)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2019
    Odometer
    105,329 miles
    Test number
    769922759897
    • AdvisoryAll four brake disc's slightly lipped
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Nearside & Offside (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust skin is deteriorated

  8. Pass101,515 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2018
    Odometer
    101,515 miles
    Test number
    507078744408

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail101,513 miles (+2,214)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,513 miles
    Test number
    943106585928
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  10. Pass99,299 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2017
    Odometer
    99,299 miles
    Test number
    148038253149
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot (3.3.A.1d)
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Door handle stiff
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Door check strap noisey
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  11. Fail99,299 miles (+2,394)5 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,299 miles
    Test number
    532034329740
    • FailureCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Inner wall (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot (3.3.A.1d)
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Door handle stiff
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Door check strap noisey
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  12. Pass96,905 miles (+56)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2016
    Odometer
    96,905 miles
    Test number
    817913035177
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • NoteExhaust system corroded

  13. Fail96,849 miles (+1,876)3 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,849 miles
    Test number
    677339725119
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • NoteExhaust system corroded

  14. Pass94,973 miles (+117)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2015
    Odometer
    94,973 miles
    Test number
    528923934120
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteCentre exhaust corroded

  15. Fail94,856 miles (+1,749)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,856 miles
    Test number
    159813324172
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteCentre exhaust corroded

  16. Pass93,107 miles (+353)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    93,107 miles
    Test number
    665316163171
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteExhaust system corroded
    • NoteOil leak

  17. Pass92,754 miles (+3,959)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    92,754 miles
    Test number
    899784652150
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteExhaust heavily corroded

  18. Pass88,795 miles (+11,552)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2012
    Odometer
    88,795 miles
    Test number
    158238441138
    • AdvisoryFront Steering damper slight oil seepage (2.2.C.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass77,243 miles (+1,337)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2011
    Odometer
    77,243 miles
    Test number
    733182750150

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass75,906 miles (+5,971)
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    75,906 miles
    Test number
    690836019222

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass69,935 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    69,935 miles
    Test number
    352288018225
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  22. Fail69,935 miles (+1,002)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,935 miles
    Test number
    941188018200
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  23. Pass68,933 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2009
    Odometer
    68,933 miles
    Test number
    241113138415
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Fail68,933 miles (+3,640)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,933 miles
    Test number
    274053038486
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass65,293 miles (+6,226)6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2008
    Odometer
    65,293 miles
    Test number
    751954027107
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  26. Pass59,067 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    59,067 miles
    Test number
    890358096071
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about T870 HBW

Does T870 HBW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T870 HBW expired on 13 Nov 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T870 HBW?
The MOT on T870 HBW expired on 13 Nov 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T870 HBW done?
T870 HBW was recorded at 113,406 miles at its MOT on 22 Oct 2021, an average of 3,497 miles a year.
Has T870 HBW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T870 HBW has failed 9 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Oct 2021.
Has the mileage on T870 HBW 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 T870 HBW find?
T870 HBW passed its latest MOT on 22 Oct 2021 with 1 minor defect and 8 advisories: offside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; central exhaust mounting defective; nearside front upper macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 6 more.

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