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Mercedes-Benz SL

Black · Petrol · 2003 · 4,966 cc

V12 AMAMOT history

V12 AMA is a black petrol Mercedes-Benz SL first used on 17 Jan 2003. Its MOT is valid until 11 Jul 2027 and it has passed 20 of 21 MOT tests, with 102,183 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Jul 2026.

V12 AMA black Mercedes-Benz Sl – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Mercedes-Benz Sl, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 11 Jul 2027
Mileage
102,183 mi
At MOT on 7 Jul 2026
MOT tests
21
20 passed · 1 failed
Per year
3,147 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V12 AMA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SL
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,966 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
17 Jan 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V12 AMA was last recorded at 102,183 miles on 7 Jul 2026, 597 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
101,586 miles · 19 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
597 miles
Average per year
3,147 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 102,183 miles
  • 2025 – 101,586 miles
  • 2024 – 98,370 miles
  • 2023 – 97,351 miles
  • 2022 – 96,761 miles
  • 2021 – 95,950 miles
  • 2020 – 94,649 miles
  • 2019 – 92,280 miles
  • 2018 – 89,799 miles
  • 2017 – 86,944 miles
  • 2016 – 84,012 miles
  • 2015 – 81,284 miles
  • 2013 – 76,571 miles
  • 2012 – 76,471 miles
  • 2011 – 72,427 miles
  • 2010 – 67,509 miles
  • 2009 – 62,440 miles
  • 2008 – 56,837 miles
  • 2007 – 50,866 miles
  • 2006 – 38,432 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass102,183 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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2025

Full MOT history

21 tests since 4 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass102,183 miles (+597)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    102,183 miles
    Test number
    237562041730

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass101,586 miles (+3,216)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    101,586 miles
    Test number
    129152182320
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Nearside and Offside (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass98,370 miles (+1,019)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    98,370 miles
    Test number
    991883764863

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass97,351 miles (+590)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    97,351 miles
    Test number
    977444235463

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass96,761 miles (+811)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    96,761 miles
    Test number
    712122837791
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Nearside and Offside (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass95,950 miles (+1,301)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    95,950 miles
    Test number
    326251560262
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass94,649 miles (+2,369)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    94,649 miles
    Test number
    729319955868

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass92,280 miles (+2,481)
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    92,280 miles
    Test number
    137442659050

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass89,799 miles (+2,855)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    89,799 miles
    Test number
    923073646408
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  10. Pass86,944 miles (+2,932)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    86,944 miles
    Test number
    841130984466
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak

  11. Pass84,012 miles (+2,728)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    84,012 miles
    Test number
    676376070109
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  12. Fail81,284 miles4 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,284 miles
    Test number
    277482095011
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass81,284 miles (+4,713)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    81,284 miles
    Test number
    805572095014
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass76,571 miles (+100)1 dangerous1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    76,571 miles
    Test number
    366803883421
    • DangerousOSF TYRE ON LEGAL LIMIT, CRACKING & WEARING ON INNER EDGE
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteNSR TYRE APPROX 2mm & SIDE WALL DAMAGE

  15. Pass76,471 miles (+4,044)
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2013
    Odometer
    76,471 miles
    Test number
    587007342147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass72,427 miles (+4,918)
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2012
    Odometer
    72,427 miles
    Test number
    465497821161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass67,509 miles (+5,069)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    67,509 miles
    Test number
    270833710160

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass62,440 miles (+5,603)
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    62,440 miles
    Test number
    232385509407

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass56,837 miles (+5,971)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    56,837 miles
    Test number
    741076388002
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass50,866 miles (+12,434)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    50,866 miles
    Test number
    281233497007

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass38,432 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    38,432 miles
    Test number
    154804096012

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V12 AMA

Does V12 AMA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V12 AMA is valid until 11 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on V12 AMA?
The MOT on V12 AMA is valid until 11 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V12 AMA done?
V12 AMA was recorded at 102,183 miles at its MOT on 7 Jul 2026, an average of 3,147 miles a year.
Has V12 AMA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V12 AMA has failed 1 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Apr 2015.
Has the mileage on V12 AMA 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 V12 AMA find?
V12 AMA passed its latest MOT on 7 Jul 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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