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Mercedes-Benz SL

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

Y242 OAMMOT history

Y242 OAM is a blue and blue petrol Mercedes-Benz SL first used on 30 Mar 2001. Its MOT is valid until 23 Apr 2027 and it has passed 13 of 17 MOT tests, with 57,510 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Apr 2026.

Y242 OAM blue 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 23 Apr 2027
Mileage
57,510 mi
At MOT on 24 Apr 2026
MOT tests
17
13 passed · 4 failed
Per year
922 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y242 OAM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SL
Colour
Blue and Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,199 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
30 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y242 OAM was last recorded at 57,510 miles on 24 Apr 2026, 1,653 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
55,857 miles · 24 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
1,653 miles
Average per year
922 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 57,510 miles
  • 2025 – 55,857 miles
  • 2024 – 55,014 miles
  • 2023 – 54,459 miles
  • 2018 – 54,175 miles
  • 2016 – 53,460 miles
  • 2015 – 52,940 miles
  • 2014 – 50,979 miles
  • 2013 – 49,824 miles
  • 2010 – 49,593 miles
  • 2009 – 48,270 miles
  • 2007 – 44,128 miles
  • 2006 – 39,438 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass57,510 miles
  • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all four (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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 Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Exhaust section corroed and front section silencers baffels rattling

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Centre exhaust deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

17 tests since 19 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass57,510 miles (+1,653)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    57,510 miles
    Test number
    832712066290
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all four (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Pass55,857 miles (+5)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    55,857 miles
    Test number
    124584402376
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust section corroed and front section silencers baffels rattling

  3. Fail55,852 miles (+838)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,852 miles
    Test number
    147422582751
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust section corroed and front section silencers baffels rattling

  4. Pass55,014 miles (+555)
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    55,014 miles
    Test number
    531024839252

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass54,459 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    54,459 miles
    Test number
    860470448034
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust deteriorated

  6. Fail54,459 miles (+284)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,459 miles
    Test number
    389245034390
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside floor corroded/undersealed
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust deteriorated
    • AdvisoryFuel cap slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisoryFuel pipes slightly corroded

  7. Pass54,175 miles (+715)
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    54,175 miles
    Test number
    688924976894

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass53,460 miles (+520)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    53,460 miles
    Test number
    344283874320
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre has cuts in tyre tread

  9. Pass52,940 miles (+1,961)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    52,940 miles
    Test number
    712555494374
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre has cuts in tyre tread

  10. Pass50,979 miles (+1,155)
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    50,979 miles
    Test number
    247286984260

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass49,824 miles (+231)
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    49,824 miles
    Test number
    488553663268

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass49,593 miles (+1,323)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    49,593 miles
    Test number
    790631490100
    • AdvisoryFront Steering damper slight oil seepage (2.2.C.1f)

  13. Pass48,270 miles (+4,142)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2010
    Odometer
    48,270 miles
    Test number
    214102959405

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass44,128 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    44,128 miles
    Test number
    780896717386
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteRear number plate starting to deteriorate.
    • NoteWiper blade starting to smear.

  15. Fail44,128 miles (+4,690)1 failure3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,128 miles
    Test number
    314426417323
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteFront tyres cut not deep enough to reach ply cords at present.
    • NoteRear number plate starting to deteriorate.
    • NoteWiper blade starting to smear.

  16. Pass39,438 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    39,438 miles
    Test number
    474364166269

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail39,438 miles1 failure5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,438 miles
    Test number
    770862766274
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • NoteAdvise both front tyres worn on extream inside edge(left and right front).
    • NoteAdvise front brake imbalance high but passed.
    • NoteAdvise front brake pads low (more than 5mm).
    • NoteAdvise parking brake travel long but not at end.
    • NoteAdvise right front indicator lamp lens has crack(no white light).

Questions about Y242 OAM

Does Y242 OAM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y242 OAM is valid until 23 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y242 OAM?
The MOT on Y242 OAM is valid until 23 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y242 OAM done?
Y242 OAM was recorded at 57,510 miles at its MOT on 24 Apr 2026, an average of 922 miles a year.
Has Y242 OAM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y242 OAM has failed 4 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on Y242 OAM 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 Y242 OAM find?
Y242 OAM passed its latest MOT on 24 Apr 2026 with 1 advisory: tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all four.

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