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Mercedes-Benz SL

Black · Petrol · 2002 · 5,439 cc

97 WSMOT history

97 WS is a black petrol Mercedes-Benz SL first used on 28 Jun 2002. Its MOT is valid until 9 Feb 2027 and it has passed 17 of 21 MOT tests, with 76,470 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Feb 2026.

97 WS 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 9 Feb 2027
Mileage
76,470 mi
At MOT on 10 Feb 2026
MOT tests
21
17 passed · 4 failed
Per year
2,904 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
97 WS
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SL
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
5,439 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
28 Jun 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

97 WS was last recorded at 76,470 miles on 10 Feb 2026, 116 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Apr 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
76,354 miles · 12 Apr 2024
Between the last two tests
116 miles
Average per year
2,904 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 76,470 miles
  • 2024 – 76,354 miles
  • 2021 – 75,798 miles
  • 2019 – 75,587 miles
  • 2017 – 72,188 miles
  • 2016 – 66,689 miles
  • 2015 – 63,998 miles
  • 2014 – 61,370 miles
  • 2013 – 58,751 miles
  • 2012 – 55,314 miles
  • 2011 – 51,900 miles
  • 2010 – 48,815 miles
  • 2009 – 44,979 miles
  • 2008 – 41,402 miles
  • 2007 – 34,316 miles
  • 2006 – 27,718 miles
  • 2005 – 16,615 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass76,470 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

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 Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords tread depth 5mm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Covers fitted obscuring certain components

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Nearside Rear Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Offside Rear Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

21 tests since 1 Jul 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass76,470 miles (+116)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    76,470 miles
    Test number
    548371405050
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass76,354 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    76,354 miles
    Test number
    780487812081
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords tread depth 5mm (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted obscuring certain components

  3. Fail76,353 miles (+555)3 major16 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,353 miles
    Test number
    599827162425
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake back plate loose
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords tread depth 5mm (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake back plate loose
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad warning light illuminated
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted obscuring certain components

  4. Pass75,798 miles (+211)
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    75,798 miles
    Test number
    368861582214

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass75,587 miles (+3,399)
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    75,587 miles
    Test number
    404957385289

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass72,188 miles (+95)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    72,188 miles
    Test number
    871516317133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail72,093 miles (+5,404)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,093 miles
    Test number
    865605910954
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

  8. Pass66,689 miles (+2,691)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    66,689 miles
    Test number
    993691993097
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted

  9. Pass63,998 miles (+2,628)
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    63,998 miles
    Test number
    574122738115

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass61,370 miles (+12)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    61,370 miles
    Test number
    369497964212
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  11. Fail61,358 miles (+2,607)1 failure6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,358 miles
    Test number
    755482664285
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  12. Pass58,751 miles (+3,437)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    58,751 miles
    Test number
    286560973208
    • NoteBoth front tyres zero tread inner edge,s ..
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  13. Pass55,314 miles (+145)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    55,314 miles
    Test number
    719252072254
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  14. Fail55,169 miles (+3,269)3 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,169 miles
    Test number
    926324252269
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Pass51,900 miles (+3,085)7 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    51,900 miles
    Test number
    806119151211
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSuspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

  16. Pass48,815 miles (+3,836)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    48,815 miles
    Test number
    330832950445
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSuspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing
    • NoteHas other oil leaks
    • NoteRear brake pads may be required before next mot dependes on use

  17. Pass44,979 miles (+3,577)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    44,979 miles
    Test number
    884281069291

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass41,402 miles (+7,086)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    41,402 miles
    Test number
    641103568284

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass34,316 miles (+6,598)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    34,316 miles
    Test number
    421271277139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass27,718 miles (+11,103)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    27,718 miles
    Test number
    940681586117

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass16,615 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2006
    Odometer
    16,615 miles
    Test number
    360135526007

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about 97 WS

What vehicle is registration 97 WS currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 97 WS on a black petrol Mercedes-Benz SL first used on 28 Jun 2002. 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 97 WS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on 97 WS is valid until 9 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on 97 WS?
The MOT on 97 WS is valid until 9 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has 97 WS done?
97 WS was recorded at 76,470 miles at its MOT on 10 Feb 2026, an average of 2,904 miles a year.
Has 97 WS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 97 WS has failed 4 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Mar 2024.
Has the mileage on 97 WS 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 97 WS find?
97 WS passed its latest MOT on 10 Feb 2026 with 1 advisory: rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides.

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