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Mercedes-Benz SL

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 3,199 cc

8755 PHMOT history

8755 PH is a blue petrol Mercedes-Benz SL first used on 31 Jan 2001. Its MOT is valid until 3 Feb 2027 and it has passed 17 of 20 MOT tests, with 51,768 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Jan 2026.

8755 PH blue 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 3 Feb 2027
Mileage
51,768 mi
At MOT on 13 Jan 2026
MOT tests
20
17 passed · 3 failed
Per year
2,566 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
8755 PH
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SL
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,199 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
31 Jan 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

8755 PH was last recorded at 51,768 miles on 13 Jan 2026, 953 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
50,815 miles · 4 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
953 miles
Average per year
2,566 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 51,768 miles
  • 2025 – 50,815 miles
  • 2023 – 50,080 miles
  • 2022 – 48,756 miles
  • 2021 – 44,866 miles
  • 2019 – 40,745 miles
  • 2018 – 37,743 miles
  • 2017 – 34,084 miles
  • 2016 – 29,529 miles
  • 2015 – 24,870 miles
  • 2014 – 19,540 miles
  • 2013 – 19,508 miles
  • 2012 – 19,314 miles
  • 2011 – 16,082 miles
  • 2010 – 13,754 miles
  • 2009 – 8,676 miles
  • 2008 – 5,748 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass51,768 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front fog lamp not working
  • AdvisoryOffside Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2012

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2012

Full MOT history

20 tests since 6 Feb 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass51,768 miles (+953)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    51,768 miles
    Test number
    179109965799
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front fog lamp not working
    • AdvisoryOffside Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  2. Pass50,815 miles (+735)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    50,815 miles
    Test number
    764437658499
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  3. Pass50,080 miles (+37)
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    50,080 miles
    Test number
    569580844764

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail50,043 miles (+1,287)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,043 miles
    Test number
    125452103735
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake hose connection leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.12 (c) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake level slightly low
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Fog light not working
  5. Pass48,756 miles (+3,890)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    48,756 miles
    Test number
    305757054932

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass44,866 miles (+4,121)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    44,866 miles
    Test number
    726278847126
    • MinorNearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
  7. Pass40,745 miles (+3,002)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    40,745 miles
    Test number
    982565119741
    • AdvisoryN/s/r tyre under inflated
    • AdvisorySlight deterioration to o/s and n/s front upper suspension strut mountings
    • AdvisoryTyre tread depths; both front 7.0mm, 245/40zr18 97y xl both rear 7.5mm, 275/35zr18 95y
  8. Pass37,743 miles (+3,659)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    37,743 miles
    Test number
    938072727737

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass34,084 miles (+4,555)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    34,084 miles
    Test number
    195505335422
    • AdvisoryAll Tyres Wearing On Inner Edges
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
  10. Pass29,529 miles (+4,659)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    29,529 miles
    Test number
    352247536830
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
  11. Pass24,870 miles (+5,330)
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    24,870 miles
    Test number
    525681055032

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass19,540 miles (+32)
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    19,540 miles
    Test number
    825208744091

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass19,508 miles (+194)
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    19,508 miles
    Test number
    519722753056

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass19,314 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    19,314 miles
    Test number
    167501942458

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail19,314 miles (+3,232)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,314 miles
    Test number
    638921042029
    • FailureFront registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)
    • FailureRear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)
    • 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)
  16. Pass16,082 miles (+2,328)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    16,082 miles
    Test number
    747423281033
    • 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)
  17. Fail13,754 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    13,754 miles
    Test number
    400844850056
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
  18. Pass13,754 miles (+5,078)
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    13,754 miles
    Test number
    990704150005

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass8,676 miles (+2,928)
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    8,676 miles
    Test number
    521096239023

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass5,748 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    5,748 miles
    Test number
    960607638096

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about 8755 PH

What vehicle is registration 8755 PH currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 8755 PH on a blue petrol Mercedes-Benz SL first used on 31 Jan 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 8755 PH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on 8755 PH is valid until 3 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on 8755 PH?
The MOT on 8755 PH is valid until 3 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has 8755 PH done?
8755 PH was recorded at 51,768 miles at its MOT on 13 Jan 2026, an average of 2,566 miles a year.
Has 8755 PH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 8755 PH has failed 3 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Oct 2023.
Has the mileage on 8755 PH 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 8755 PH find?
8755 PH passed its latest MOT on 13 Jan 2026 with 2 minor defects and 3 advisories: nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; offside front lower suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; nearside direction indicator slightly discoloured, and 2 more.

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