Mercedes-Benz logo

Mercedes-Benz SL

White · Petrol · 1986 · 2,962 cc

25 ARJMOT history

25 ARJ is a white petrol Mercedes-Benz SL first used on 31 Dec 1986. Its MOT expired on 17 Aug 2026 and it has passed 11 of 17 MOT tests, with 108,292 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Aug 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 17 Aug 2026
Mileage
108,292 mi
At MOT on 18 Aug 2025
MOT tests
17
11 passed · 6 failed
Per year
218 mi
Average between MOTs
Get reminders for 25 ARJ in the free Driver Codes app

Vehicle details

Registration
25 ARJ
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SL
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,962 cc
Year of manufacture
1986
First used
31 Dec 1986
MOT status
MOT expired on 17 Aug 2026
Latest MOT test
18 Aug 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

25 ARJ was last recorded at 108,292 miles on 18 Aug 2025, 173 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Aug 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 28 Apr 2016: 106,705 miles, lower than 106,739 miles on 29 May 2013.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
108,119 miles · 3 Aug 2024
Between the last two tests
173 miles
Average per year
218 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 108,292 miles
  • 2024 – 108,119 miles
  • 2023 – 108,099 miles
  • 2022 – 107,869 miles
  • 2021 – 107,462 miles
  • 2020 – 106,940 miles
  • 2016 – 106,705 miles
  • 2013 – 106,739 miles
  • 2011 – 106,512 miles
  • 2009 – 106,374 miles
  • 2007 – 104,355 miles
  • 2006 – 104,169 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass108,292 miles
  • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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.

  • Front Coil spring corroded both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2007–2013

  • Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

  • Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

  • Nearside Headlamp aim too low

    Failure2 MOTs, 2006–2009

Full MOT history

17 tests since 5 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass108,292 miles (+173)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    108,292 miles
    Test number
    428687517855
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  2. Pass108,119 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    108,119 miles
    Test number
    979814707158

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail108,119 miles (+20)1 dangerous1 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,119 miles
    Test number
    874961370546
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorAll direction indicators not working all (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorHazard warning lamps operated by more than one switch (4.4.2 (a) (i))

  4. Pass108,099 miles (+230)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    108,099 miles
    Test number
    471704891153
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure under sealed applied

  5. Pass107,869 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2023
    Odometer
    107,869 miles
    Test number
    541049560161
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder body structure under sealed applied

  6. Fail107,869 miles (+407)1 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,869 miles
    Test number
    660875292423
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder body structure under sealed applied

  7. Pass107,462 miles (+522)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    107,462 miles
    Test number
    952805185179
    • AdvisoryHeavily under sealed

  8. Pass106,940 miles (+235)
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    106,940 miles
    Test number
    496449727006

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass106,705 miles (-34)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    106,705 miles
    Test number
    529035692371
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryHas slight corrosion under vehicle
    • AdvisorySlight play in steering joints

  10. Fail106,739 miles (+227)4 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,739 miles
    Test number
    288909243489
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
    • FailureHazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  11. Pass106,512 miles (+138)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    106,512 miles
    Test number
    377050811279
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteBattery insecure
    • NoteHorn works intermittently

  12. Pass106,374 miles (+4)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    106,374 miles
    Test number
    533487079116
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSuspension joint nearside upper dust cover split/missing
    • NoteSuspension joint offside upper dust cover split/missing

  13. Fail106,370 miles (+2,015)7 failures2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,370 miles
    Test number
    584515279152
    • FailureExhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSuspension joint nearside upper dust cover split/missing
    • NoteSuspension joint offside upper dust cover split/missing

  14. Pass104,355 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    104,355 miles
    Test number
    234229297208

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail104,355 miles (+186)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,355 miles
    Test number
    372342697209
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
    • FailureHazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)
    • FailureNearside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.2.C.1h)
    • FailureNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

  16. Pass104,169 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    104,169 miles
    Test number
    603759346243

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail104,169 miles4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,169 miles
    Test number
    672388146252
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Questions about 25 ARJ

What vehicle is registration 25 ARJ currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 25 ARJ on a white petrol Mercedes-Benz SL first used on 31 Dec 1986. 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 25 ARJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on 25 ARJ expired on 17 Aug 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on 25 ARJ?
The MOT on 25 ARJ expired on 17 Aug 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has 25 ARJ done?
25 ARJ was recorded at 108,292 miles at its MOT on 18 Aug 2025, an average of 218 miles a year.
Has 25 ARJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 25 ARJ has failed 6 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Aug 2024.
Has the mileage on 25 ARJ ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 28 Apr 2016. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on 25 ARJ find?
25 ARJ passed its latest MOT on 18 Aug 2025 with 1 advisory: parking brake efficiency only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair..

Related registrations

Browse all 25A registrations

Contains DVSA MOT history data, public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Driver Codes is not affiliated with DVSA or DVLA.