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Mercedes-Benz SL

Black · Petrol · 2005 · 3,724 cc

V12 LTBMOT history

V12 LTB is a black petrol Mercedes-Benz SL first used on 11 Jan 2005. Its MOT is valid until 26 Aug 2027 and it has passed 19 of 21 MOT tests, with 100,708 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 26 Aug 2027
Mileage
100,708 mi
At MOT on 31 Jul 2026
MOT tests
21
19 passed · 2 failed
Per year
4,220 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V12 LTB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SL
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,724 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
11 Jan 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
31 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V12 LTB was last recorded at 100,708 miles on 31 Jul 2026, 2,750 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
97,958 miles · 26 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
2,750 miles
Average per year
4,220 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 100,708 miles
  • 2025 – 97,958 miles
  • 2024 – 96,769 miles
  • 2023 – 95,481 miles
  • 2022 – 94,066 miles
  • 2021 – 92,367 miles
  • 2020 – 90,903 miles
  • 2019 – 85,760 miles
  • 2018 – 79,797 miles
  • 2017 – 72,660 miles
  • 2016 – 64,766 miles
  • 2015 – 56,605 miles
  • 2014 – 48,723 miles
  • 2013 – 39,403 miles
  • 2012 – 34,299 miles
  • 2011 – 31,779 miles
  • 2010 – 30,220 miles
  • 2009 – 28,025 miles
  • 2008 – 23,278 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass100,708 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisorySome underbody corrosion

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

Full MOT history

21 tests since 25 Mar 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass100,708 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    100,708 miles
    Test number
    966091419313
    • AdvisorySome underbody corrosion

  2. Fail100,708 miles (+2,750)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,708 miles
    Test number
    830720664684
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisorySome underbody corrosion

  3. Pass97,958 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    97,958 miles
    Test number
    874708310954
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail97,958 miles (+1,189)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,958 miles
    Test number
    426588450457
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass96,769 miles (+1,288)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    96,769 miles
    Test number
    710483386426
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass95,481 miles (+1,415)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    95,481 miles
    Test number
    549073712367
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass94,066 miles (+1,699)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    94,066 miles
    Test number
    949831421889

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass92,367 miles (+1,464)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    92,367 miles
    Test number
    104000860685
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Nearside and offside (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass90,903 miles (+5,143)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    90,903 miles
    Test number
    477358479837
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play front arm ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive cam cover gaskets (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass85,760 miles (+5,963)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    85,760 miles
    Test number
    707851774682
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Pass79,797 miles (+7,137)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    79,797 miles
    Test number
    115367812556
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass72,660 miles (+7,894)
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    72,660 miles
    Test number
    121094200760

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass64,766 miles (+8,161)
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    64,766 miles
    Test number
    571470688017

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass56,605 miles (+7,882)
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    56,605 miles
    Test number
    685782825249

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass48,723 miles (+9,320)
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    48,723 miles
    Test number
    118400234236

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass39,403 miles (+5,104)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    39,403 miles
    Test number
    345862293176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass34,299 miles (+2,520)1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    34,299 miles
    Test number
    539617202221
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass31,779 miles (+1,559)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    31,779 miles
    Test number
    826581151108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass30,220 miles (+2,195)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    30,220 miles
    Test number
    243578760178

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass28,025 miles (+4,747)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    28,025 miles
    Test number
    414647479101

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass23,278 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    23,278 miles
    Test number
    284615588038
    • NoteGear box leaking oil
    • NoteO/s/front and n/s/front tyres wearing low inside edge

Questions about V12 LTB

Does V12 LTB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V12 LTB is valid until 26 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on V12 LTB?
The MOT on V12 LTB is valid until 26 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V12 LTB done?
V12 LTB was recorded at 100,708 miles at its MOT on 31 Jul 2026, an average of 4,220 miles a year.
Has V12 LTB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V12 LTB has failed 2 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on V12 LTB 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 LTB find?
V12 LTB passed its latest MOT on 31 Jul 2026 with 1 advisory: some underbody corrosion.

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