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Mercedes-Benz SL

Blue · Petrol · 2004 · 4,966 cc

V1 PULMOT history

V1 PUL is a blue petrol Mercedes-Benz SL first used on 31 Dec 2004. Its MOT is valid until 21 Nov 2026 and it has passed 17 of 22 MOT tests, with 44,308 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Nov 2025.

V1 PUL blue 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 21 Nov 2026
Mileage
44,308 mi
At MOT on 1 Nov 2025
MOT tests
22
17 passed · 5 failed
Per year
1,373 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V1 PUL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SL
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,966 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
31 Dec 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
1 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

V1 PUL was last recorded at 44,308 miles on 1 Nov 2025, 46 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
44,262 miles · 22 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
46 miles
Average per year
1,373 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 44,308 miles
  • 2024 – 44,262 miles
  • 2023 – 44,211 miles
  • 2022 – 44,179 miles
  • 2021 – 44,154 miles
  • 2020 – 44,015 miles
  • 2019 – 43,903 miles
  • 2018 – 43,780 miles
  • 2015 – 42,590 miles
  • 2014 – 41,743 miles
  • 2013 – 40,745 miles
  • 2012 – 37,335 miles
  • 2011 – 33,885 miles
  • 2010 – 30,102 miles
  • 2009 – 26,270 miles
  • 2008 – 22,692 miles
  • 2007 – 18,781 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass44,308 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.

  • Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

Full MOT history

22 tests since 29 Mar 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass44,308 miles (+46)
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    44,308 miles
    Test number
    191501828212

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass44,262 miles (+51)
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    44,262 miles
    Test number
    459557867198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass44,211 miles (+32)
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    44,211 miles
    Test number
    377039334186

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass44,179 miles (+25)
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    44,179 miles
    Test number
    766474495848

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass44,154 miles (+139)
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    44,154 miles
    Test number
    689116071609

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass44,015 miles (+112)
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    44,015 miles
    Test number
    272339481317

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass43,903 miles (+123)
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    43,903 miles
    Test number
    201981668652

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass43,780 miles (+106)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2019
    Odometer
    43,780 miles
    Test number
    275854610680
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres starting to deteriorate on outer tread. 285/35/r18-97y
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryUnable to see front brake pads.

  9. Fail43,674 miles (+1,084)9 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,674 miles
    Test number
    351100414579
    • FailureFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device mounting flange/sealing method defective petrol flap not opening (7.2.4c)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear boot opens with key only
    • AdvisoryCentral locking not working
    • AdvisoryFront doors only lock by means of key only

  10. Pass42,590 miles (+21)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2016
    Odometer
    42,590 miles
    Test number
    558451355139
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  11. Fail42,569 miles (+826)2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,569 miles
    Test number
    568909145117
    • FailureOffside Front Fluid suspension unit leaking (2.4.D.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  12. Pass41,743 miles (+998)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2015
    Odometer
    41,743 miles
    Test number
    236889034124
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteSill covers fitted to vehicle obscuring some components

  13. Pass40,745 miles (+3,410)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2014
    Odometer
    40,745 miles
    Test number
    388141153176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass37,335 miles (+3,450)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2013
    Odometer
    37,335 miles
    Test number
    275442052135
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteFront brake discs slightly worn

  15. Pass33,885 miles (+26)1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2012
    Odometer
    33,885 miles
    Test number
    806312851181
    • NoteO/s front shock/air susp unit cleaned not replaced

  16. Fail33,859 miles (+3,757)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,859 miles
    Test number
    475857741130
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass30,102 miles (+3,832)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    30,102 miles
    Test number
    962716510106
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOffside front tyre dig in sidewall

  18. Pass26,270 miles (+3,578)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    26,270 miles
    Test number
    322338319194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass22,692 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    22,692 miles
    Test number
    410258688002

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail22,684 miles (+3,903)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,684 miles
    Test number
    154167288431
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  21. Pass18,781 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    18,781 miles
    Test number
    244329787048

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail18,778 miles3 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,778 miles
    Test number
    630528887078
    • FailureCentre Stop lamp insecure (1.2.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • NoteElements of o/s repeater not working
    • NoteO/s headlamp no kick-up observed
    • NoteRear suspension bouncy

Questions about V1 PUL

Does V1 PUL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V1 PUL is valid until 21 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on V1 PUL?
The MOT on V1 PUL is valid until 21 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V1 PUL done?
V1 PUL was recorded at 44,308 miles at its MOT on 1 Nov 2025, an average of 1,373 miles a year.
Has V1 PUL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V1 PUL has failed 5 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Apr 2018.
Has the mileage on V1 PUL 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 V1 PUL find?
V1 PUL passed its latest MOT on 1 Nov 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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