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Mercedes-Benz SL

Red and Red · Petrol · 1984 · 3,839 cc

888 JJJMOT history

888 JJJ is a red and red petrol Mercedes-Benz SL first used on 30 Dec 1984. Its MOT is valid until 8 Apr 2027 and it has passed 19 of 33 MOT tests, with 149,695 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 8 Apr 2027
Mileage
149,695 mi
At MOT on 9 Apr 2026
MOT tests
33
19 passed · 14 failed
Per year
124 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
888 JJJ
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SL
Colour
Red and Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,839 cc
Year of manufacture
1984
First used
30 Dec 1984
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

888 JJJ was last recorded at 149,695 miles on 9 Apr 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 9 Apr 2026: 149,695 miles, lower than 149,965 miles on 4 Oct 2024.

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
149,965 miles · 4 Oct 2024
Average per year
124 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 149,695 miles
  • 2024 – 149,965 miles
  • 2023 – 149,695 miles
  • 2022 – 149,695 miles
  • 2021 – 149,695 miles
  • 2020 – 149,524 miles
  • 2019 – 149,420 miles
  • 2018 – 149,317 miles
  • 2017 – 149,251 miles
  • 2016 – 149,028 miles
  • 2015 – 148,941 miles
  • 2014 – 148,834 miles
  • 2013 – 148,748 miles
  • 2012 – 148,594 miles
  • 2011 – 148,248 miles
  • 2010 – 147,912 miles
  • 2009 – 147,603 miles
  • 2007 – 147,441 miles
  • 2006 – 147,234 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass149,695 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front floor holed

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.

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

    Failure4 MOTs, 2006–2014

  • Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2015

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

33 tests since 22 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass149,695 miles (-270)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    149,695 miles
    Test number
    340029744777
    • AdvisoryNearside Front floor holed

  2. Pass149,965 miles (+4)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    149,965 miles
    Test number
    283833976948
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Fail149,961 miles (+266)8 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,961 miles
    Test number
    793618820626
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner chassis leg (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (End of sill) (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded under master cylinder (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded under master cylinder (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired Shock tower (NOT SEAM WELDED) (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (End of sill) (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap/sealing cap seal perrishing
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (End of sill) (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive boot floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass149,695 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    149,695 miles
    Test number
    909715684757
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive under battery (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive shock mounting poorly repaired (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Fail149,695 miles2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,695 miles
    Test number
    831767972411
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength shock mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive under battery (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass149,695 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    149,695 miles
    Test number
    906684120129
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront tyres over ten years old 2057014
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive wing at rear under battery (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive round spring mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass149,695 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    149,695 miles
    Test number
    768063139296
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  8. Fail149,695 miles (+171)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,695 miles
    Test number
    281461553854
    • Repaired at testRear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  9. Pass149,524 miles (+8)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    149,524 miles
    Test number
    208200355263
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Fail149,516 miles (+96)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,516 miles
    Test number
    193020271618
    • MajorNearside Front Floor excessively deteriorated floor to sill wheel arch (6.2.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Pass149,420 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    149,420 miles
    Test number
    465364200950
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Fail149,420 miles (+103)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,420 miles
    Test number
    197853229477
    • Repaired at testRear Fuel hose leaking on fuel pump (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  13. Pass149,317 miles (+66)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    149,317 miles
    Test number
    633559331668
    • AdvisoryFront subfram e mounting rubbers worn o/side and n/side
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wheelm arch to floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  14. Pass149,251 miles (+71)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    149,251 miles
    Test number
    555994186916
    • AdvisoryBoth front anti roll bar link bushes deteriorating

  15. Fail149,180 miles (+75)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,180 miles
    Test number
    143486462536
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
    • FailureMain beam 'tell-tale' not working (1.7.4c)
    • AdvisoryBoth front anti roll bar link bushes deteriorating

  16. Fail149,105 miles (+77)6 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,105 miles
    Test number
    607759022253
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings Passengers front foot well (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

  17. Pass149,028 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    149,028 miles
    Test number
    299560561276
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake is slightly binding

  18. Fail149,028 miles (+87)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,028 miles
    Test number
    375167301694
    • Repaired at testCentre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake is slightly binding

  19. Pass148,941 miles (+107)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    148,941 miles
    Test number
    358703615255
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteCenter exhaust bracket rubbers are missing.
    • NoteSlight play through steering rack.

  20. Pass148,834 miles4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    148,834 miles
    Test number
    635770724241
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteExhaust support rubbers perishing

  21. Fail148,834 miles (+86)1 failure3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,834 miles
    Test number
    135013514232
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteExhaust support rubbers perishing

  22. Pass148,748 miles (+154)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    148,748 miles
    Test number
    367831223254
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  23. Pass148,594 miles (+21)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    148,594 miles
    Test number
    496438122292
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  24. Fail148,573 miles (+5)6 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,573 miles
    Test number
    279055522421
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system component inappropriately repaired (3.4.4)
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  25. Fail148,568 miles (+320)3 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,568 miles
    Test number
    779166212096
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteOne rear exhaust mount broken

  26. Pass148,248 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    148,248 miles
    Test number
    719042721056

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail148,248 miles (+336)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,248 miles
    Test number
    356008601090
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  28. Pass147,912 miles (+309)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    147,912 miles
    Test number
    621358610066
    • NoteMinor blow from corroded rear exhaust box
    • NoteNearside wiper split and starting to smear (borderline pass)
    • NoteRear tyres worn

  29. Pass147,603 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    147,603 miles
    Test number
    110229219403

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail147,603 miles (+162)2 failures6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,603 miles
    Test number
    152157019089
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteBoth front jacking points corroding
    • NoteNearside front "chasis" corroded by radiator mounting
    • NoteOffside headlamp pattern poor
    • NoteOffside rear tyre worn on inner edge
    • NoteRaer exhaust corroded
    • NoteWipers starting to smear

  31. Pass147,441 miles (+207)
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2008
    Odometer
    147,441 miles
    Test number
    764216737164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass147,234 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2007
    Odometer
    147,234 miles
    Test number
    344792246162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Fail147,234 miles2 dangerous3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,234 miles
    Test number
    550442446192
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • DangerousService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureRear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Questions about 888 JJJ

What vehicle is registration 888 JJJ currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 888 JJJ on a red and red petrol Mercedes-Benz SL first used on 30 Dec 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 888 JJJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on 888 JJJ is valid until 8 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on 888 JJJ?
The MOT on 888 JJJ is valid until 8 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has 888 JJJ done?
888 JJJ was recorded at 149,695 miles at its MOT on 9 Apr 2026, an average of 124 miles a year.
Has 888 JJJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 888 JJJ has failed 14 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Aug 2024.
Has the mileage on 888 JJJ ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 9 Apr 2026. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on 888 JJJ find?
888 JJJ passed its latest MOT on 9 Apr 2026 with 1 advisory: nearside front floor holed.

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