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Mercedes-Benz SL

Silver and Silver · Petrol · 1983 · 2,746 cc

228 CNVMOT history

228 CNV is a silver and silver petrol Mercedes-Benz SL first used on 2 Feb 1984. Its MOT expired on 19 Jul 2024 and it has passed 12 of 17 MOT tests, with 114,020 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Jul 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 19 Jul 2024
Mileage
114,020 mi
At MOT on 20 Jul 2023
MOT tests
17
12 passed · 5 failed
Per year
1,404 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
228 CNV
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SL
Colour
Silver and Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,746 cc
Year of manufacture
1983
First used
2 Feb 1984
MOT status
MOT expired on 19 Jul 2024
Latest MOT test
20 Jul 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

228 CNV was last recorded at 114,020 miles on 20 Jul 2023, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Jul 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
114,020 miles · 12 Jul 2023
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
1,404 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 114,020 miles
  • 2022 – 114,020 miles
  • 2021 – 113,912 miles
  • 2019 – 113,007 miles
  • 2018 – 109,690 miles
  • 2016 – 109,562 miles
  • 2014 – 107,968 miles
  • 2010 – 105,392 miles
  • 2009 – 101,668 miles
  • 2008 – 96,177 miles
  • 2007 – 91,771 miles
  • 2006 – 89,916 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass114,020 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

17 tests since 18 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass114,020 miles2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    114,020 miles
    Test number
    746550100901
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail114,020 miles1 dangerous2 major2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,020 miles
    Test number
    241383466755
    • DangerousOffside Front Cab or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the cab is impaired (6.2.2 (d) (ii))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass114,020 miles (+108)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2023
    Odometer
    114,020 miles
    Test number
    566280301948
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front corrosion
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front corrosion
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass113,912 miles (+905)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2022
    Odometer
    113,912 miles
    Test number
    808503674472
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass113,007 miles (+3,317)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    113,007 miles
    Test number
    745992065160
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material and offside rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner wheel arch corroded not in prescribed area
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  6. Pass109,690 miles (+128)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    109,690 miles
    Test number
    347501026578
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded both sides (3.6.B.2c)

  7. Pass109,562 miles (+1,594)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    109,562 miles
    Test number
    210467664383

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass107,968 miles (+2)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    107,968 miles
    Test number
    487996484250
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  9. Fail107,966 miles (+2,574)1 dangerous2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,966 miles
    Test number
    728765274211
    • DangerousNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  10. Pass105,392 miles (+1)1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    105,392 miles
    Test number
    280546260485
    • NoteSeam sealer/underseal over welding patch repairs

  11. Fail105,391 miles (+3,723)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,391 miles
    Test number
    554100960167
    • FailureHazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  12. Pass101,668 miles (+5,491)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    101,668 miles
    Test number
    193342569143
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  13. Pass96,177 miles (+4,406)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    96,177 miles
    Test number
    753435068199

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass91,771 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2008
    Odometer
    91,771 miles
    Test number
    502378637144

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail91,771 miles (+1,855)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,771 miles
    Test number
    684308837179
    • FailureFront registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

  16. Pass89,916 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2007
    Odometer
    89,916 miles
    Test number
    210339536190

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail89,916 miles6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,916 miles
    Test number
    991588336185
    • FailureHazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Questions about 228 CNV

What vehicle is registration 228 CNV currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 228 CNV on a silver and silver petrol Mercedes-Benz SL first used on 2 Feb 1984. 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 228 CNV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on 228 CNV expired on 19 Jul 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on 228 CNV?
The MOT on 228 CNV expired on 19 Jul 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has 228 CNV done?
228 CNV was recorded at 114,020 miles at its MOT on 20 Jul 2023, an average of 1,404 miles a year.
Has 228 CNV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 228 CNV has failed 5 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Jul 2023.
Has the mileage on 228 CNV 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 228 CNV find?
228 CNV passed its latest MOT on 20 Jul 2023 with 2 minor defects and 7 advisories: nearside front suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; offside front track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil, and 6 more.

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