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Mercedes-Benz SL

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 3,199 cc

V7 KLSMOT history

V7 KLS is a blue petrol Mercedes-Benz SL first used on 3 Sept 1999. Its MOT is valid until 26 Apr 2027 and it has passed 20 of 25 MOT tests, with 85,612 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 26 Apr 2027
Mileage
85,612 mi
At MOT on 24 Apr 2026
MOT tests
25
20 passed · 5 failed
Per year
2,756 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V7 KLS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SL
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,199 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
3 Sept 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V7 KLS was last recorded at 85,612 miles on 24 Apr 2026, 592 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
85,020 miles · 26 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
592 miles
Average per year
2,756 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 85,612 miles
  • 2025 – 85,020 miles
  • 2024 – 84,514 miles
  • 2023 – 84,163 miles
  • 2022 – 83,294 miles
  • 2021 – 81,538 miles
  • 2020 – 80,239 miles
  • 2019 – 78,424 miles
  • 2018 – 77,463 miles
  • 2017 – 76,854 miles
  • 2016 – 76,039 miles
  • 2015 – 73,729 miles
  • 2014 – 70,150 miles
  • 2012 – 60,563 miles
  • 2010 – 47,830 miles
  • 2009 – 44,511 miles
  • 2007 – 36,932 miles
  • 2006 – 32,991 miles
  • 2005 – 29,241 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass85,612 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust corroded

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)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012

  • Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2018

  • Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front corrosion

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Stop lamp(s) lens defective which has no effect on emitted light damage to side of light unit

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

25 tests since 10 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass85,612 miles13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    85,612 miles
    Test number
    719843496997
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust corroded

  2. Fail85,612 miles (+592)5 major13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,612 miles
    Test number
    773086344431
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust corroded

  3. Pass85,020 miles (+3)3 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    85,020 miles
    Test number
    247328223296
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Stop lamp(s) lens defective which has no effect on emitted light damage to side of light unit (4.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front corrosion (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear have corrosion (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Fail85,017 miles (+503)2 dangerous3 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,017 miles
    Test number
    354824584074
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed damage to sidewall cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure tear on inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Stop lamp(s) lens defective which has no effect on emitted light damage to side of light unit (4.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front corrosion (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished sidewall and within tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear have corrosion (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass84,514 miles (+351)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    84,514 miles
    Test number
    496504844996
    • MinorNearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material ALL (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both end bushes worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished/cracked sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished/cracked sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass84,163 miles (+869)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    84,163 miles
    Test number
    853023323188
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass83,294 miles (+1,756)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    83,294 miles
    Test number
    132296560536
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewalls starting to crack and perish (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewalls starting to crack and perish (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass81,538 miles (+1,299)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    81,538 miles
    Test number
    882626839622
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Pass80,239 miles (+1,815)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    80,239 miles
    Test number
    482744845857
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All brake pipes slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass78,424 miles (+961)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    78,424 miles
    Test number
    614522610687
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass77,463 miles (+609)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    77,463 miles
    Test number
    411976533715
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  12. Pass76,854 miles (+815)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    76,854 miles
    Test number
    442176475716
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  13. Pass76,039 miles (+2,310)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    76,039 miles
    Test number
    641763396809
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  14. Pass73,729 miles (+3,579)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    73,729 miles
    Test number
    315905405097
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  15. Pass70,150 miles (+9,587)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    70,150 miles
    Test number
    559913494159
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteRear tyres worn unevenly and deteriorated (245/45 17)

  16. Pass60,563 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    60,563 miles
    Test number
    399405552316
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteN/s/f tyre slightly out of shape around inner edge

  17. Fail60,563 miles (+7,777)3 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,563 miles
    Test number
    179854852335
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteN/s/f tyre slightly out of shape around inner edge

  18. Pass52,786 miles (+23)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    52,786 miles
    Test number
    436409202019
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  19. Fail52,763 miles (+4,933)6 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,763 miles
    Test number
    496676402013
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  20. Pass47,830 miles (+3,319)
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    47,830 miles
    Test number
    411278440364

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass44,511 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    44,511 miles
    Test number
    291317239377

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail44,511 miles (+7,579)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,511 miles
    Test number
    272517939317
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

  23. Pass36,932 miles (+3,941)
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    36,932 miles
    Test number
    950579137310

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass32,991 miles (+3,750)
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    32,991 miles
    Test number
    650378046319

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass29,241 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    29,241 miles
    Test number
    910214315307

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V7 KLS

Does V7 KLS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V7 KLS is valid until 26 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on V7 KLS?
The MOT on V7 KLS is valid until 26 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V7 KLS done?
V7 KLS was recorded at 85,612 miles at its MOT on 24 Apr 2026, an average of 2,756 miles a year.
Has V7 KLS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V7 KLS has failed 5 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on V7 KLS 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 V7 KLS find?
V7 KLS passed its latest MOT on 24 Apr 2026 with 13 advisories: front anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened; front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; nearside front wheel bearing has slight play, and 10 more.

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