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Mercedes-Benz SL

Silver and Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 3,199 cc

Y212 EECMOT history

Y212 EEC is a silver and silver petrol Mercedes-Benz SL first used on 27 Apr 2001. Its MOT is valid until 15 Jun 2027 and it has passed 19 of 25 MOT tests, with 88,525 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Jun 2026.

Y212 EEC silver Mercedes-Benz Sl – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 15 Jun 2027
Mileage
88,525 mi
At MOT on 16 Jun 2026
MOT tests
25
19 passed · 6 failed
Per year
2,603 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y212 EEC
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
2001
First used
27 Apr 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y212 EEC was last recorded at 88,525 miles on 16 Jun 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Jun 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
88,525 miles · 3 Jun 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
2,603 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 88,525 miles
  • 2025 – 88,319 miles
  • 2024 – 87,960 miles
  • 2023 – 86,353 miles
  • 2020 – 85,386 miles
  • 2019 – 80,611 miles
  • 2018 – 78,727 miles
  • 2017 – 76,975 miles
  • 2016 – 74,983 miles
  • 2015 – 72,819 miles
  • 2014 – 70,152 miles
  • 2013 – 68,002 miles
  • 2012 – 64,685 miles
  • 2011 – 61,708 miles
  • 2010 – 57,814 miles
  • 2009 – 57,621 miles
  • 2008 – 52,983 miles
  • 2007 – 44,640 miles
  • 2006 – 35,794 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass88,525 miles
  • AdvisoryFront and rear sub-frames corroded/rustyRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryN/s/f and o/s/f bottom ball joint rubbers deterioratedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear brake pipes covered in grease ?Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear coil springs corroded / rustyRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2012–2017

  • Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2018

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2018

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Oil leak

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Rear differential leaking

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

Full MOT history

25 tests since 15 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass88,525 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    88,525 miles
    Test number
    805521950173
    • AdvisoryFront and rear sub-frames corroded/rusty
    • AdvisoryN/s/f and o/s/f bottom ball joint rubbers deteriorated
    • AdvisoryRear brake pipes covered in grease ?
    • AdvisoryRear coil springs corroded / rusty
  2. Fail88,525 miles (+206)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,525 miles
    Test number
    333088389663
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault light on dash (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault light on dash (7.12 (e))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront and rear sub-frames corroded/rusty
    • AdvisoryN/s/f and o/s/f bottom ball joint rubbers deteriorated
    • AdvisoryRear brake pipes covered in grease ?
    • AdvisoryRear coil springs corroded / rusty
  3. Pass88,319 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    88,319 miles
    Test number
    379326427384

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail88,319 miles (+359)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,319 miles
    Test number
    208179201590
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  5. Pass87,960 miles (+1,607)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    87,960 miles
    Test number
    885374451737

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass86,353 miles (+967)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    86,353 miles
    Test number
    921572207061
    • AdvisoryNote corrosion to exhaust
  7. Pass85,386 miles (+4,775)
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    85,386 miles
    Test number
    554194501743

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass80,611 miles (+1,884)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    80,611 miles
    Test number
    843407762494

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass78,727 miles (+1,752)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2019
    Odometer
    78,727 miles
    Test number
    477121347965
    • AdvisoryCentral exhaust corroding
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear differential leaking
  10. Pass76,975 miles (+72)12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2018
    Odometer
    76,975 miles
    Test number
    466213272692
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear differential leak
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust corroding
  11. Fail76,903 miles (+1,920)4 failures12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,903 miles
    Test number
    678252158679
    • FailureCentral Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement hub rose joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Body has a projection caused by damage bumper insecure (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust corroding
    • AdvisoryRear differential leaking
  12. Pass74,983 miles (+2,164)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    74,983 miles
    Test number
    765721384658
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  13. Pass72,819 miles (+2,667)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    72,819 miles
    Test number
    805409275037
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteN/S/R lower hub mount bush has slight play
  14. Pass70,152 miles (+2,150)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    70,152 miles
    Test number
    459627874079
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryInner Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOuter Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
  15. Pass68,002 miles (+3,317)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    68,002 miles
    Test number
    456988973014
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteSRS Warning light on
  16. Pass64,685 miles (+2,977)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    64,685 miles
    Test number
    428910382092
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteFront suspension anti roll bar bushes slightly worn
  17. Pass61,708 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    61,708 miles
    Test number
    857373981027
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteRear brake discs in poor condition,o/s door mirror glass in poor condition
  18. Fail61,708 miles (+3,894)1 failure3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,708 miles
    Test number
    677861681099
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteRear brake discs in poor condition,o/s door mirror glass in poor condition
  19. Pass57,814 miles (+193)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    57,814 miles
    Test number
    484105380061

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass57,621 miles (+4,638)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    57,621 miles
    Test number
    643557579083
    • 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)
  21. Pass52,983 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    52,983 miles
    Test number
    550112378044
    • AdvisoryNearside Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
  22. Fail52,983 miles (+8,343)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,983 miles
    Test number
    432322778048
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  23. Pass44,640 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    44,640 miles
    Test number
    884368767092

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail44,640 miles (+8,846)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,640 miles
    Test number
    984228167056
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
  25. Pass35,794 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    35,794 miles
    Test number
    141894976434

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y212 EEC

Does Y212 EEC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y212 EEC is valid until 15 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y212 EEC?
The MOT on Y212 EEC is valid until 15 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y212 EEC done?
Y212 EEC was recorded at 88,525 miles at its MOT on 16 Jun 2026, an average of 2,603 miles a year.
Has Y212 EEC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y212 EEC has failed 6 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on Y212 EEC 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 Y212 EEC find?
Y212 EEC passed its latest MOT on 16 Jun 2026 with 4 advisories: front and rear sub-frames corroded/rusty; n/s/f and o/s/f bottom ball joint rubbers deteriorated; rear brake pipes covered in grease ?, and 1 more.

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