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Mercedes-Benz SL

Black · Petrol · 2003 · 5,439 cc

V6 SPPMOT history

V6 SPP is a black petrol Mercedes-Benz SL first used on 11 Jul 2003. Its MOT is valid until 3 Dec 2026 and it has passed 18 of 22 MOT tests, with 92,071 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Dec 2025.

V6 SPP 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 3 Dec 2026
Mileage
92,071 mi
At MOT on 4 Dec 2025
MOT tests
22
18 passed · 4 failed
Per year
3,307 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V6 SPP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SL
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
5,439 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
11 Jul 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
4 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

V6 SPP was last recorded at 92,071 miles on 4 Dec 2025, 2,225 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
89,846 miles · 4 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
2,225 miles
Average per year
3,307 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 92,071 miles
  • 2024 – 89,846 miles
  • 2023 – 86,371 miles
  • 2022 – 86,368 miles
  • 2021 – 84,529 miles
  • 2019 – 80,813 miles
  • 2018 – 80,215 miles
  • 2017 – 78,929 miles
  • 2015 – 70,949 miles
  • 2014 – 70,598 miles
  • 2012 – 65,309 miles
  • 2011 – 62,264 miles
  • 2010 – 56,809 miles
  • 2009 – 51,290 miles
  • 2008 – 47,048 miles
  • 2007 – 37,215 miles
  • 2006 – 27,923 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass92,071 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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.

  • Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2010–2012

Full MOT history

22 tests since 13 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass92,071 miles (+2,225)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    92,071 miles
    Test number
    711232646989
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
  2. Pass89,846 miles (+3,475)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    89,846 miles
    Test number
    590293788179
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  3. Pass86,371 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    86,371 miles
    Test number
    684401835883

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail86,371 miles (+3)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,371 miles
    Test number
    469609105853
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
  5. Pass86,368 miles (+1,839)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    86,368 miles
    Test number
    858240737428

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass84,529 miles (+3,716)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    84,529 miles
    Test number
    111338255706

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass80,813 miles (+598)
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    80,813 miles
    Test number
    742608651238

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass80,215 miles (+1,286)
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    80,215 miles
    Test number
    311805644422

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass78,929 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    78,929 miles
    Test number
    877738373232

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail78,929 miles (+2,202)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,929 miles
    Test number
    331769627255
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
  11. Pass76,727 miles (+5,778)
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    76,727 miles
    Test number
    252929939800

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass70,949 miles (+351)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    70,949 miles
    Test number
    640934664228

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass70,598 miles (+5,289)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    70,598 miles
    Test number
    486365434320
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • 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)
  14. Pass65,309 miles (+64)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    65,309 miles
    Test number
    557359692139
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  15. Fail65,245 miles (+2,981)5 failures5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,245 miles
    Test number
    225509082429
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteTyre pressure warning lamp on
  16. Pass62,264 miles (+5,455)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    62,264 miles
    Test number
    368647601454

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass56,809 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    56,809 miles
    Test number
    892769500255

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail56,808 miles (+5,518)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,808 miles
    Test number
    811547190176
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
  19. Pass51,290 miles (+4,242)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    51,290 miles
    Test number
    183314709246

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass47,048 miles (+9,833)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    47,048 miles
    Test number
    234299478172
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
  21. Pass37,215 miles (+9,292)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    37,215 miles
    Test number
    350969277121

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass27,923 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    27,923 miles
    Test number
    923834796126

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V6 SPP

Does V6 SPP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V6 SPP is valid until 3 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on V6 SPP?
The MOT on V6 SPP is valid until 3 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V6 SPP done?
V6 SPP was recorded at 92,071 miles at its MOT on 4 Dec 2025, an average of 3,307 miles a year.
Has V6 SPP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V6 SPP has failed 4 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Nov 2023.
Has the mileage on V6 SPP 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 V6 SPP find?
V6 SPP passed its latest MOT on 4 Dec 2025 with 1 advisory: nearside front service brake fluctuating, but not excessively.

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