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Mercedes-Benz SL

Black · Petrol · 2003 · 4,966 cc

88 SXDMOT history

88 SXD is a black petrol Mercedes-Benz SL first used on 28 Jul 2003. Its MOT is valid until 7 Oct 2027 and it has passed 21 of 29 MOT tests, with 91,944 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Oct 2026.

88 SXD black 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 7 Oct 2027
Mileage
91,944 mi
At MOT on 8 Oct 2026
MOT tests
29
21 passed · 8 failed
Per year
3,523 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
88 SXD
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SL
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,966 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
28 Jul 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

88 SXD was last recorded at 91,944 miles on 8 Oct 2026, 18 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Oct 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
91,926 miles · 1 Oct 2026
Between the last two tests
18 miles
Average per year
3,523 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 91,944 miles
  • 2025 – 90,747 miles
  • 2024 – 89,545 miles
  • 2022 – 86,853 miles
  • 2021 – 83,926 miles
  • 2020 – 82,064 miles
  • 2018 – 81,202 miles
  • 2017 – 80,189 miles
  • 2016 – 78,160 miles
  • 2015 – 77,296 miles
  • 2014 – 75,068 miles
  • 2013 – 72,419 miles
  • 2012 – 63,573 miles
  • 2011 – 54,712 miles
  • 2010 – 48,185 miles
  • 2009 – 41,194 miles
  • 2008 – 33,870 miles
  • 2007 – 26,273 miles
  • 2006 – 20,379 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass91,944 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.

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Rear Fluid suspension unit slightly deteriorated (2.4.D.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2015

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007

Full MOT history

29 tests since 13 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass91,944 miles (+18)
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    91,944 miles
    Test number
    471692009923

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail91,926 miles (+1,179)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,926 miles
    Test number
    754986038992
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

  3. Pass90,747 miles (+1,202)
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    90,747 miles
    Test number
    170643104563

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass89,545 miles (+2,692)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    89,545 miles
    Test number
    936752604787

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass86,853 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2023
    Odometer
    86,853 miles
    Test number
    164309058297
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on outer edges (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail86,853 miles (+2,927)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,853 miles
    Test number
    851351645840
    • Repaired at testSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on outer edges (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass83,926 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    83,926 miles
    Test number
    218240323830

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail83,926 miles (+1,862)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,926 miles
    Test number
    632114060274
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

  9. Pass82,064 miles (+5)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    82,064 miles
    Test number
    852646482357
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Fail82,059 miles (+857)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,059 miles
    Test number
    784116005183
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  11. Pass81,202 miles (+1,013)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    81,202 miles
    Test number
    789316315144
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  12. Pass80,189 miles (+2,029)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    80,189 miles
    Test number
    450280751385
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  13. Pass78,160 miles (+864)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    78,160 miles
    Test number
    727328720239

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass77,296 miles (+2,228)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    77,296 miles
    Test number
    550500344187
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Fluid suspension unit slightly deteriorated (2.4.D.1b)

  15. Pass75,068 miles (+2,649)5 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    75,068 miles
    Test number
    887719584218
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing on inner edges.
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Pass72,419 miles (+507)
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    72,419 miles
    Test number
    848386793239

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass71,912 miles (+8,339)3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    71,912 miles
    Test number
    259833593438
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Fluid suspension unit slightly deteriorated (2.4.D.1b)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass63,573 miles (+8,861)
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    63,573 miles
    Test number
    315133222275

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass54,712 miles (+78)
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    54,712 miles
    Test number
    646416511268

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail54,634 miles (+6,449)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,634 miles
    Test number
    579870811219
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass48,185 miles (+268)
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    48,185 miles
    Test number
    611502820296

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail47,917 miles (+6,723)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,917 miles
    Test number
    913715210249
    • DangerousNearside Front Lower Suspension arm worn and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  23. Pass41,194 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    41,194 miles
    Test number
    470290319210

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail41,184 miles (+7,314)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,184 miles
    Test number
    103974809281
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

  25. Pass33,870 miles (+7,597)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    33,870 miles
    Test number
    313287608468
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  26. Pass26,273 miles (+63)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    26,273 miles
    Test number
    491588717280
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  27. Fail26,210 miles (+5,831)1 dangerous1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,210 miles
    Test number
    863081407201
    • DangerousNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Fluid suspension unit leaking (2.4.D.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  28. Pass20,379 miles (+17)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    20,379 miles
    Test number
    904450576125

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass20,362 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    20,362 miles
    Test number
    750484066101

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about 88 SXD

What vehicle is registration 88 SXD currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 88 SXD on a black petrol Mercedes-Benz SL first used on 28 Jul 2003. 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 88 SXD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on 88 SXD is valid until 7 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on 88 SXD?
The MOT on 88 SXD is valid until 7 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has 88 SXD done?
88 SXD was recorded at 91,944 miles at its MOT on 8 Oct 2026, an average of 3,523 miles a year.
Has 88 SXD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 88 SXD has failed 8 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on 88 SXD 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 88 SXD find?
88 SXD passed its latest MOT on 8 Oct 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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