740JOE - MERCEDES-BENZ SL
MOT: ValidGB
·Last updated 18 days ago
The Mercedes-Benz SL, often referred to simply as the SL, is a renowned luxury roadster that exemplifies German engineering excellence. Manufactured by Mercedes-Benz, a marque celebrated for its innovation and quality, the SL has a storied history dating back to its inception in the 1950s. The model has evolved through numerous generations, each featuring advanced technology and refined performance. Notably, the SL combines elegant design with powerful engines and sophisticated features, making it a standout in the luxury sports car segment. Its manufacturing process reflects Mercedes-Benz’s commitment to precision and craftsmanship, ensuring a vehicle that offers both exhilarating driving and enduring comfort.
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MOT History
Vehicle testing history with 20 MOT tests
This Mercedes-Benz SL, registration 740JOE, was manufactured in 1996 and first registered in March 1996. It features a blue exterior and a 3.2-litre petrol engine. The vehicle has a recorded mileage of 88,016 miles. Its latest MOT test was conducted on 25 March 2025, with the certificate valid until 24 March 2026. The MOT included several advisories, such as slight play in the offside front wheel bearing, corrosion on suspension components, and corrosion on the rear exhaust and differential. The vehicle is currently SORN and has no CO2 emissions data available.
Understanding MOT Defect Categories
Total Tests
20
Passed Tests
14
Failed Tests
6
Latest Test
Passed
Passed - 25 March 2025
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 88,016 mi
Expires: 24 March 2026
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
- Advisory Front Upper suspension components corroded
- Advisory Rear Upper exhaust pipe and silencer box outer wrap corroded
- Advisory Rear Upper diff/axle corroded
- Advisory Offside Rear petrol cap sealing ring cracking
- Advisory Front Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn idler arm bushes have slight play present (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Failed - 23 August 2024
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 88,016 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- Advisory Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Passed - 26 May 2023
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 88,016 mi
Expires: 25 May 2024
Passed - 20 October 2021
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 87,875 mi
Expires: 19 October 2022
Passed - 26 July 2018
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 86,838 mi
Expires: 30 July 2019
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- Advisory Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- Advisory Offside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
- Advisory Nearside Front Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
- Advisory Offside Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
Passed - 24 July 2017
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 85,610 mi
Expires: 30 July 2018
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- Advisory Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Passed - 30 July 2016
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 84,368 mi
Expires: 30 July 2017
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- Advisory Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
Passed - 31 July 2015
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 83,533 mi
Expires: 30 July 2016
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- Advisory Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
Failed - 31 July 2015 Dangerous Defects
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 83,533 mi
Dangerous Defects:
- Dangerous Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- Advisory Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
Passed - 29 May 2014
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 81,444 mi
Expires: 28 May 2015
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
- Advisory Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- Advisory Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
Failed - 29 May 2014
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 81,444 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
- Advisory Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- Advisory Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
Passed - 17 January 2013
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 79,492 mi
Expires: 16 January 2014
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- Advisory Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- Advisory Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
- Advisory Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
Failed - 17 January 2013
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 79,492 mi
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- Advisory Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- Advisory Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
- Advisory Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
Failed - 17 November 2011
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 75,327 mi
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
- Advisory Centre Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
Passed - 17 November 2011
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 75,327 mi
Expires: 16 November 2012
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
- Advisory Centre Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
Passed - 13 April 2010
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 70,851 mi
Expires: 12 April 2011
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- Advisory Nearside Front Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)
Failed - 10 April 2010
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 70,851 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
- Major Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
- Major Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- Advisory Nearside Front Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)
Passed - 07 November 2008
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 66,651 mi
Expires: 06 November 2009
Passed - 01 June 2007
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 61,874 mi
Expires: 31 May 2008
Passed - 05 April 2006
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 55,217 mi
Expires: 04 April 2007
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the MOT due for 740JOE?
The MOT expires on 24 March 2026.
What is the tax status of 740JOE?
The tax status is SORN.
What are the specifications of 740JOE?
This is a 1996 MERCEDES-BENZ SL in Blue. It runs on Petrol with a 3199cc engine.
What is the environmental impact of 740JOE?
Environmental data not available for this vehicle.