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Mercedes-Benz SL

Silver · Petrol · 1997 · 5,956 cc

5 OOEMOT history

5 OOE is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz SL first used on 31 Dec 1997. Its MOT is valid until 19 Dec 2026 and it has passed 16 of 20 MOT tests, with 120,940 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 19 Dec 2026
Mileage
120,940 mi
At MOT on 13 Dec 2025
MOT tests
20
16 passed · 4 failed
Per year
3,030 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
5 OOE
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SL
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
5,956 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
31 Dec 1997
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
13 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

5 OOE was last recorded at 120,940 miles on 13 Dec 2025, 100 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
120,840 miles · 20 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
100 miles
Average per year
3,030 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 120,940 miles
  • 2024 – 120,840 miles
  • 2023 – 119,286 miles
  • 2022 – 116,878 miles
  • 2021 – 113,546 miles
  • 2020 – 111,949 miles
  • 2019 – 109,642 miles
  • 2018 – 105,119 miles
  • 2016 – 102,371 miles
  • 2015 – 101,333 miles
  • 2014 – 100,165 miles
  • 2012 – 96,804 miles
  • 2010 – 96,012 miles
  • 2009 – 91,284 miles
  • 2007 – 77,275 miles
  • 2006 – 60,865 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass120,940 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Position lamp incorrect colour Blue in colour

    Minor2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative

    Minor2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Front Position lamp incorrect colour Blue in colour

    Minor2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative

    Minor2 MOTs, 2018

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Rear fog lamp appears to be slightly dim when illuminated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

20 tests since 15 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass120,940 miles (+100)
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    120,940 miles
    Test number
    125854301850

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass120,840 miles (+1,554)
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    120,840 miles
    Test number
    984759267586

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass119,286 miles (+2,408)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    119,286 miles
    Test number
    644771328231
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rear to front (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded rear to front
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass116,878 miles (+3,332)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    116,878 miles
    Test number
    770940420058

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass113,546 miles (+1,597)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    113,546 miles
    Test number
    424279864444

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass111,949 miles (+2,307)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    111,949 miles
    Test number
    176062194404

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass109,642 miles (+4,523)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    109,642 miles
    Test number
    333895386792

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass105,119 miles (+7)4 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    105,119 miles
    Test number
    413157893553
    • MinorNearside Front Position lamp incorrect colour Blue in colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (4.1.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Position lamp incorrect colour Blue in colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (4.1.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear fog lamp appears to be slightly dim when illuminated
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate lights are emitting different coloured light
    • AdvisorySound deadening material not fully secure Under bonnet (8.1.1 (b) (i))

  9. Fail105,112 miles (+2,741)4 major4 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,112 miles
    Test number
    991938378490
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault ESP/BAS (7.12 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component attachment bracket/mounting damaged and seriously weakened Suspension strut top mount damaged and holed, also squeaky when steering actuated (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Braking system leaking Brake pipe to brake hose appears moist with fluid (1.1.3 (d))
    • MinorNearside Front Position lamp incorrect colour Blue in colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (4.1.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Position lamp incorrect colour Blue in colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (4.1.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear fog lamp appears to be slightly dim when illuminated
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate lights are emitting different coloured light
    • AdvisorySound deadening material not fully secure Under bonnet (8.1.1 (b) (i))

  10. Pass102,371 miles (+1,038)
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2017
    Odometer
    102,371 miles
    Test number
    289233470679

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass101,333 miles (+1,168)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    101,333 miles
    Test number
    418625685061

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass100,165 miles (+3,361)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    100,165 miles
    Test number
    675354064123

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass96,804 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    96,804 miles
    Test number
    229900562405

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail96,798 miles (+786)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,798 miles
    Test number
    237183152163
    • FailureSteering box insecure (2.2.B.1a)

  15. Pass96,012 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    96,012 miles
    Test number
    811029470266

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail96,012 miles (+4,728)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,012 miles
    Test number
    103398870223
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureHeadlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  17. Pass91,284 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    91,284 miles
    Test number
    270475369227
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  18. Fail91,283 miles (+14,008)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,283 miles
    Test number
    292453389184
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  19. Pass77,275 miles (+16,410)
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    77,275 miles
    Test number
    233009547290

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass60,865 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    60,865 miles
    Test number
    924776346079
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Questions about 5 OOE

What vehicle is registration 5 OOE currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 5 OOE on a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz SL first used on 31 Dec 1997. 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 5 OOE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on 5 OOE is valid until 19 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on 5 OOE?
The MOT on 5 OOE is valid until 19 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has 5 OOE done?
5 OOE was recorded at 120,940 miles at its MOT on 13 Dec 2025, an average of 3,030 miles a year.
Has 5 OOE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 5 OOE has failed 4 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Jul 2018.
Has the mileage on 5 OOE 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 5 OOE find?
5 OOE passed its latest MOT on 13 Dec 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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