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Mercedes-Benz SL

Silver and Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 3,199 cc

V6 TPWMOT history

V6 TPW is a silver and silver petrol Mercedes-Benz SL first used on 8 Nov 1999. Its MOT expired on 20 Sept 2024 and it has passed 14 of 16 MOT tests, with 50,382 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Sept 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 20 Sept 2024
Mileage
50,382 mi
At MOT on 21 Sept 2023
MOT tests
16
14 passed · 2 failed
Per year
668 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V6 TPW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SL
Colour
Silver and Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,199 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
8 Nov 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 20 Sept 2024
Latest MOT test
21 Sept 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

V6 TPW was last recorded at 50,382 miles on 21 Sept 2023, 4 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Sept 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
50,378 miles · 15 Sept 2023
Between the last two tests
4 miles
Average per year
668 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 50,382 miles
  • 2022 – 50,358 miles
  • 2021 – 50,352 miles
  • 2020 – 50,348 miles
  • 2019 – 50,227 miles
  • 2017 – 50,175 miles
  • 2016 – 49,816 miles
  • 2015 – 49,346 miles
  • 2014 – 48,933 miles
  • 2011 – 47,190 miles
  • 2010 – 45,349 miles
  • 2009 – 44,451 miles
  • 2008 – 43,841 miles
  • 2007 – 39,217 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass50,382 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 Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2010

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass50,382 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    50,382 miles
    Test number
    256421005290

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail50,378 miles (+20)4 dangerous2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,378 miles
    Test number
    248089893159
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass50,358 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    50,358 miles
    Test number
    901857676199

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass50,352 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    50,352 miles
    Test number
    616729844425

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass50,348 miles (+121)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    50,348 miles
    Test number
    744926592150
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs rusty lack of use
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted

  6. Pass50,227 miles (+52)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    50,227 miles
    Test number
    262982471557

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass50,175 miles (+359)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    50,175 miles
    Test number
    672524171618
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  8. Pass49,816 miles (+470)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    49,816 miles
    Test number
    750642820514
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  9. Pass49,346 miles (+413)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    49,346 miles
    Test number
    906559295062
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  10. Pass48,933 miles (+1,743)
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    48,933 miles
    Test number
    237881704156

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass47,190 miles (+1,841)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2012
    Odometer
    47,190 miles
    Test number
    439926341173
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteFront discs worn
    • NoteRear discs worn

  12. Pass45,349 miles (+898)4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2011
    Odometer
    45,349 miles
    Test number
    252166240192
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteBelly pan fitted
    • NoteBrake fluid level low
    • NoteOuter sills covered

  13. Pass44,451 miles (+610)1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2010
    Odometer
    44,451 miles
    Test number
    733734039166
    • NoteFront and rear discs worn slightly --advise check brake pads in approx 6000miles

  14. Pass43,841 miles (+4,624)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2009
    Odometer
    43,841 miles
    Test number
    730156738154
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  15. Fail39,217 miles1 repaired1 advisory6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,217 miles
    Test number
    431262307068
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteBoth front bottom ball joint slight play
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing on edges
    • NoteBrake pedal rubber worn
    • NoteHigh level brake light not working but may not be connected
    • NoteUnderside of vehicle coated in mud

  16. Pass39,217 miles1 advisory6 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    39,217 miles
    Test number
    922302807052
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteBoth front bottom ball joint slight play
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing on edges
    • NoteBrake pedal rubber worn
    • NoteHigh level brake light not working but may not be connected
    • NoteUnderside of vehicle coated in mud

Questions about V6 TPW

Does V6 TPW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V6 TPW expired on 20 Sept 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V6 TPW?
The MOT on V6 TPW expired on 20 Sept 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V6 TPW done?
V6 TPW was recorded at 50,382 miles at its MOT on 21 Sept 2023, an average of 668 miles a year.
Has V6 TPW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V6 TPW has failed 2 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Sept 2023.
Has the mileage on V6 TPW 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 TPW find?
V6 TPW passed its latest MOT on 21 Sept 2023 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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