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Mercedes-Benz SL 500

Silver · Petrol · 2002 · 4,966 cc

19 JAYMOT history

19 JAY is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz SL 500 first used on 30 Apr 2002. Its MOT is valid until 14 Sept 2027 and it has passed 19 of 25 MOT tests, with 51,577 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Sept 2026.

19 JAY silver 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 14 Sept 2027
Mileage
51,577 mi
At MOT on 15 Sept 2026
MOT tests
25
19 passed · 6 failed
Per year
1,218 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
19 JAY
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SL 500
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,966 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
30 Apr 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

19 JAY was last recorded at 51,577 miles on 15 Sept 2026, 15 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 May 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
51,562 miles · 19 May 2026
Between the last two tests
15 miles
Average per year
1,218 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 51,577 miles
  • 2024 – 51,181 miles
  • 2023 – 50,684 miles
  • 2021 – 50,318 miles
  • 2020 – 49,073 miles
  • 2019 – 48,287 miles
  • 2018 – 46,666 miles
  • 2017 – 45,358 miles
  • 2016 – 43,264 miles
  • 2015 – 41,197 miles
  • 2014 – 40,002 miles
  • 2013 – 38,175 miles
  • 2012 – 36,141 miles
  • 2011 – 34,567 miles
  • 2010 – 31,050 miles
  • 2007 – 27,822 miles
  • 2006 – 27,560 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass51,577 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryUndertrays and sideskirts fitted
  • AdvisoryVehicle has some electrical problem

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2009–2012

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2006–2012

  • All direction indicators not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2026

  • Battery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit

    Major2 MOTs, 2026

  • Nearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing

    Major2 MOTs, 2026

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2026

Full MOT history

25 tests since 24 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass51,577 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    51,577 miles
    Test number
    378824180616
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays and sideskirts fitted
    • AdvisoryVehicle has some electrical problem

  2. Fail51,575 miles (+13)1 dangerous10 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,575 miles
    Test number
    132888963567
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorAll direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays and sideskirts fitted

  3. Fail51,562 miles (+381)1 dangerous8 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,562 miles
    Test number
    174134755937
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 285/35/18 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorAll direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 255/40/18 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted to underbody preventing full inspection

  4. Pass51,181 miles (+497)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    51,181 miles
    Test number
    366449798206

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass50,684 miles (+366)
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    50,684 miles
    Test number
    891654991699

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass50,318 miles (+1,245)
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    50,318 miles
    Test number
    129220578000

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass49,073 miles (+786)
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    49,073 miles
    Test number
    307172984508

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass48,287 miles (+1,621)
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    48,287 miles
    Test number
    145024516646

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass46,666 miles (+1,308)
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    46,666 miles
    Test number
    587218896871

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass45,358 miles (+2,094)
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    45,358 miles
    Test number
    956339238257

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass43,264 miles (+2,067)
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    43,264 miles
    Test number
    239118583776

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass41,197 miles (+1,195)
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    41,197 miles
    Test number
    148547815973

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass40,002 miles (+1,827)
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    40,002 miles
    Test number
    458269284266

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass38,175 miles (+14)
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    38,175 miles
    Test number
    669694093235

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail38,161 miles (+2,020)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,161 miles
    Test number
    856444883253
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  16. Pass36,141 miles (+1,574)6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    36,141 miles
    Test number
    218788992260
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • 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 Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • 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)
    • NoteTemporary fuel cap fitted

  17. Pass34,567 miles (+3,517)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    34,567 miles
    Test number
    335253671409
    • 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 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)

  18. Pass31,050 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    31,050 miles
    Test number
    184018570248
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteTemporary fuel cap fitted

  19. Fail31,050 miles2 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,050 miles
    Test number
    730268370220
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteTemporary fuel cap fitted

  20. PassMileage not read2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    582088179246
    • 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)

  21. FailMileage not read1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    320958179466
    • FailureNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • 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)

  22. Pass27,822 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    27,822 miles
    Test number
    281238177241
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  23. Fail27,821 miles (+261)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,821 miles
    Test number
    551171277206
    • FailureOffside Rear Fluid suspension unit leaking (2.4.D.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  24. Pass27,560 miles (+825)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    27,560 miles
    Test number
    520767656231
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass26,735 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    26,735 miles
    Test number
    130604016195
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about 19 JAY

What vehicle is registration 19 JAY currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 19 JAY on a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz SL 500 first used on 30 Apr 2002. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does 19 JAY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on 19 JAY is valid until 14 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on 19 JAY?
The MOT on 19 JAY is valid until 14 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has 19 JAY done?
19 JAY was recorded at 51,577 miles at its MOT on 15 Sept 2026, an average of 1,218 miles a year.
Has 19 JAY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 19 JAY has failed 6 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on 19 JAY 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 19 JAY find?
19 JAY passed its latest MOT on 15 Sept 2026 with 3 advisories: offside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; undertrays and sideskirts fitted; vehicle has some electrical problem.

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