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Mercedes-Benz SL

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

V720 HPTMOT history

V720 HPT is a black and black petrol Mercedes-Benz SL first used on 19 Nov 1999. Its MOT expired on 12 Apr 2023 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 73,468 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Apr 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 12 Apr 2023
Mileage
73,468 mi
At MOT on 13 Apr 2022
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
995 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V720 HPT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SL
Colour
Black and Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,199 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
19 Nov 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 12 Apr 2023
Latest MOT test
13 Apr 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

V720 HPT was last recorded at 73,468 miles on 13 Apr 2022, 11 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Mar 2021.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 23 Mar 2017: 70,771 miles, lower than 84,364 miles on 26 Feb 2016.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
73,457 miles · 12 Mar 2021
Between the last two tests
11 miles
Average per year
995 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 73,468 miles
  • 2021 – 73,457 miles
  • 2020 – 73,122 miles
  • 2019 – 71,864 miles
  • 2018 – 71,297 miles
  • 2017 – 70,771 miles
  • 2016 – 84,364 miles
  • 2014 – 82,014 miles
  • 2013 – 81,425 miles
  • 2012 – 78,903 miles
  • 2011 – 73,758 miles
  • 2010 – 71,897 miles
  • 2009 – 70,536 miles
  • 2008 – 67,589 miles
  • 2007 – 63,942 miles
  • 2006 – 57,381 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass73,468 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.

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2010

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2010

Full MOT history

21 tests since 8 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass73,468 miles (+11)
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    73,468 miles
    Test number
    646273876212

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass73,457 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    73,457 miles
    Test number
    881608905692
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule several front & rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material several (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system rusty

  3. Fail73,457 miles (+335)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,457 miles
    Test number
    518517367849
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule several front & rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material several (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system rusty

  4. Pass73,122 miles (+1,258)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    73,122 miles
    Test number
    349449085907

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass71,864 miles (+567)
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    71,864 miles
    Test number
    505656152645

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass71,297 miles (+526)
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    71,297 miles
    Test number
    132670092402

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass70,771 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    70,771 miles
    Test number
    803766378080
    • AdvisoryBoth catalytic converters deteriorating slightly (rattling inside)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded Both rears (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryShock absorber has a light misting of oil Both fronts (2.7.3)

  8. Fail70,771 miles (-13,593)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,771 miles
    Test number
    824388376784
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid pump (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryBoth catalytic converters deteriorating slightly (rattling inside)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded Both rears (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryShock absorber has a light misting of oil Both fronts (2.7.3)

  9. Pass84,364 miles (+2,350)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    84,364 miles
    Test number
    793784967299

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass82,014 miles (+589)
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    82,014 miles
    Test number
    336967514255

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass81,425 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    81,425 miles
    Test number
    789661873171

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail81,420 miles (+2,517)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,420 miles
    Test number
    488566163159
    • FailureAn item not tested (Manual)

  13. Pass78,903 miles (+5,145)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2013
    Odometer
    78,903 miles
    Test number
    716561652124

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass73,758 miles (+1,861)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    73,758 miles
    Test number
    209808791088
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  15. Pass71,897 miles (+34)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    71,897 miles
    Test number
    391251890028
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Fail71,863 miles (+1,327)3 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,863 miles
    Test number
    334217170006
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Pass70,536 miles (+2,947)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    70,536 miles
    Test number
    224207129036
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • 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)

  18. Pass67,589 miles (+3,647)
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    67,589 miles
    Test number
    193126118033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass63,942 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    63,942 miles
    Test number
    721950447030

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail63,492 miles (+6,111)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,492 miles
    Test number
    510150847047
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror does not provide a view to the rear (8.1.2b)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  21. Pass57,381 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    57,381 miles
    Test number
    433019036081

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V720 HPT

Does V720 HPT currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V720 HPT expired on 12 Apr 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V720 HPT?
The MOT on V720 HPT expired on 12 Apr 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V720 HPT done?
V720 HPT was recorded at 73,468 miles at its MOT on 13 Apr 2022, an average of 995 miles a year.
Has V720 HPT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V720 HPT has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Mar 2021.
Has the mileage on V720 HPT ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 23 Mar 2017. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on V720 HPT find?
V720 HPT passed its latest MOT on 13 Apr 2022 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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