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Mercedes-Benz SL

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 3,199 cc

T985 RMXMOT history

T985 RMX is a blue petrol Mercedes-Benz SL first used on 30 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 19 Jul 2024 and it has passed 15 of 16 MOT tests, with 90,218 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Jul 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 19 Jul 2024
Mileage
90,218 mi
At MOT on 20 Jul 2023
MOT tests
16
15 passed · 1 failed
Per year
2,032 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T985 RMX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SL
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,199 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
30 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 19 Jul 2024
Latest MOT test
20 Jul 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T985 RMX was last recorded at 90,218 miles on 20 Jul 2023, 146 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 May 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
90,072 miles · 4 May 2023
Between the last two tests
146 miles
Average per year
2,032 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 90,218 miles
  • 2022 – 89,908 miles
  • 2021 – 89,680 miles
  • 2019 – 89,628 miles
  • 2018 – 89,396 miles
  • 2017 – 89,160 miles
  • 2016 – 86,278 miles
  • 2015 – 83,354 miles
  • 2014 – 81,094 miles
  • 2013 – 79,509 miles
  • 2012 – 77,666 miles
  • 2011 – 72,249 miles
  • 2009 – 70,385 miles
  • 2008 – 60,009 miles
  • 2007 – 57,104 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass90,218 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 Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2014

Full MOT history

16 tests since 2 Apr 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass90,218 miles (+146)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    90,218 miles
    Test number
    569999625451

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail90,072 miles (+164)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,072 miles
    Test number
    453019400864
    • MajorExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFuel pipe corroded or covered in underseal.
  3. Pass89,908 miles (+228)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    89,908 miles
    Test number
    430265956701
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded near fuel tank
  4. Pass89,680 miles (+52)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    89,680 miles
    Test number
    632216409719
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wing showing corrosion
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll suspension components showing corrosion
    • AdvisoryAll under body corroded
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust system showing corrosion
  5. Pass89,628 miles (+232)
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    89,628 miles
    Test number
    751927683363

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass89,396 miles (+236)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    89,396 miles
    Test number
    192758508319

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass89,160 miles (+2,882)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    89,160 miles
    Test number
    202531346596

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass86,278 miles (+2,924)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    86,278 miles
    Test number
    906643626318

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass83,354 miles (+2,260)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    83,354 miles
    Test number
    107787275033
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  10. Pass81,094 miles (+1,585)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    81,094 miles
    Test number
    298160374000
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteCatalytic converter noisey
  11. Pass79,509 miles (+1,843)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    79,509 miles
    Test number
    166268173484

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass77,666 miles (+5,417)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    77,666 miles
    Test number
    406410582077
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteSlight play in n s steering idler
  13. Pass72,249 miles (+1,864)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    72,249 miles
    Test number
    319847381088

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass70,385 miles (+10,376)
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    70,385 miles
    Test number
    224723529358

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass60,009 miles (+2,905)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    60,009 miles
    Test number
    880343528393
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
  16. Pass57,104 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    57,104 miles
    Test number
    542982097099

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T985 RMX

Does T985 RMX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T985 RMX expired on 19 Jul 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T985 RMX?
The MOT on T985 RMX expired on 19 Jul 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T985 RMX done?
T985 RMX was recorded at 90,218 miles at its MOT on 20 Jul 2023, an average of 2,032 miles a year.
Has T985 RMX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T985 RMX has failed 1 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 4 May 2023.
Has the mileage on T985 RMX 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 T985 RMX find?
T985 RMX passed its latest MOT on 20 Jul 2023 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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