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Mercedes-Benz SL

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 3,199 cc

405 WBHMOT history

405 WBH is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz SL first used on 1 May 2001. Its MOT is valid until 11 Dec 2026 and it has passed 22 of 33 MOT tests, with 83,990 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Nov 2025.

405 WBH 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 11 Dec 2026
Mileage
83,990 mi
At MOT on 12 Nov 2025
MOT tests
33
22 passed · 11 failed
Per year
2,356 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
405 WBH
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SL
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,199 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
1 May 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
12 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

405 WBH was last recorded at 83,990 miles on 12 Nov 2025, 951 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
83,039 miles · 12 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
951 miles
Average per year
2,356 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 83,990 miles
  • 2024 – 83,039 miles
  • 2023 – 82,154 miles
  • 2022 – 80,427 miles
  • 2021 – 80,162 miles
  • 2020 – 79,826 miles
  • 2019 – 79,276 miles
  • 2018 – 78,796 miles
  • 2017 – 76,487 miles
  • 2016 – 74,493 miles
  • 2015 – 72,225 miles
  • 2014 – 70,532 miles
  • 2013 – 63,974 miles
  • 2012 – 58,623 miles
  • 2011 – 54,104 miles
  • 2010 – 48,602 miles
  • 2009 – 47,199 miles
  • 2008 – 46,227 miles
  • 2007 – 44,647 miles
  • 2006 – 38,019 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass83,990 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2013

  • Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Engine covers under trays fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

33 tests since 8 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass83,990 miles (+951)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    83,990 miles
    Test number
    195844868573
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  2. Pass83,039 miles (+337)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    83,039 miles
    Test number
    258742909239
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  3. Pass82,702 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    82,702 miles
    Test number
    487280714968
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  4. Fail82,702 miles (+17)2 dangerous1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,702 miles
    Test number
    285969536913
    • DangerousNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  5. Fail82,685 miles (+531)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,685 miles
    Test number
    602975872828
    • MajorBoot lid cannot be secured in the closed position (6.2.1 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass82,154 miles (+1,727)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    82,154 miles
    Test number
    645463570367
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  7. Pass80,427 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    80,427 miles
    Test number
    560293206344

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail80,425 miles (+263)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,425 miles
    Test number
    655042770152
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

  9. Pass80,162 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    80,162 miles
    Test number
    343321164175
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers under trays fitted

  10. Fail80,161 miles (+335)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,161 miles
    Test number
    825049625788
    • MajorBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers under trays fitted

  11. Pass79,826 miles (+550)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    79,826 miles
    Test number
    689083186032
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion to underside
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle covered in underseal
    • AdvisoryWindscreen chipped

  12. Pass79,276 miles (+480)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    79,276 miles
    Test number
    377181425965
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor pan (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor pan (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and belly pans fitted
    • AdvisoryWhole of underside of vehicle covered in underseal

  13. Pass78,796 miles (+2,309)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    78,796 miles
    Test number
    601443473468
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers under trays fitted
    • AdvisoryUnder side covered in under seal / wax oil

  14. Pass76,487 miles (+1,994)
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    76,487 miles
    Test number
    434416346179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass74,493 miles (+2,268)
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    74,493 miles
    Test number
    828349669801

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass72,225 miles (+1,693)
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    72,225 miles
    Test number
    238054625207

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass70,532 miles (+35)
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    70,532 miles
    Test number
    545974034265

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail70,497 miles (+1,237)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,497 miles
    Test number
    409009114220
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  19. Pass69,260 miles (+3)6 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    69,260 miles
    Test number
    109500384013
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • NoteCats have broken up and are rattling inside exhaust
    • NoteFuel pipes corroded
    • NoteGearbox oil cooler pipes corroded
    • NoteOil leak from gearbox
    • NoteSteering box pipes corroded

  20. Fail69,257 miles (+5,283)4 failures8 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,257 miles
    Test number
    539246574063
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureRear Headlamp levelling device obviously defective (1.7.2)
    • FailureRear front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteCats have broken up and are rattling inside exhaust
    • NoteFuel pipes corroded
    • NoteGearbox oil cooler pipes corroded
    • NoteOil leak from gearbox
    • NoteSteering box pipes corroded

  21. Pass63,974 miles (+5,351)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    63,974 miles
    Test number
    146642773428
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  22. Pass58,623 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    58,623 miles
    Test number
    136805672082
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteWipers smearing

  23. Fail58,623 miles (+4,519)1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,623 miles
    Test number
    476995272081
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteWipers smearing

  24. Pass54,104 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    54,104 miles
    Test number
    146090891080
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteBoth front lower crossbar centre mounts split
    • NoteFront brake discs slightly corroded innerside

  25. Fail54,104 miles (+5,502)5 failures3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,104 miles
    Test number
    739707281015
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteBoth front lower crossbar centre mounts split
    • NoteFront brake discs slightly corroded innerside

  26. Pass48,602 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    48,602 miles
    Test number
    421373000149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail48,602 miles (+1,403)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,602 miles
    Test number
    440383400103
    • Repaired at testExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

  28. Fail47,199 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,199 miles
    Test number
    103194109127
    • Repaired at testFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

  29. Pass47,199 miles (+972)
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    47,199 miles
    Test number
    203944409401

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass46,227 miles (+1,580)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    46,227 miles
    Test number
    561154248046
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteFront number plate slightly marked

  31. Pass44,647 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2008
    Odometer
    44,647 miles
    Test number
    640882907116

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Fail44,647 miles (+6,628)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,647 miles
    Test number
    160130707120
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

  33. Pass38,019 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2007
    Odometer
    38,019 miles
    Test number
    864898726165

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about 405 WBH

What vehicle is registration 405 WBH currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 405 WBH on a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz SL first used on 1 May 2001. 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 405 WBH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on 405 WBH is valid until 11 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on 405 WBH?
The MOT on 405 WBH is valid until 11 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has 405 WBH done?
405 WBH was recorded at 83,990 miles at its MOT on 12 Nov 2025, an average of 2,356 miles a year.
Has 405 WBH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 405 WBH has failed 11 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Jan 2024.
Has the mileage on 405 WBH 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 405 WBH find?
405 WBH passed its latest MOT on 12 Nov 2025 with 1 minor defect: nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated.

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