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Mercedes-Benz SL

Black · Petrol · 2002 · 4,966 cc

C5 BTMMOT history

C5 BTM is a black petrol Mercedes-Benz SL first used on 25 Oct 2002. Its MOT expired on 25 Sept 2024 and it has passed 17 of 23 MOT tests, with 92,182 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Sept 2023.

C5 BTM black Mercedes-Benz Sl – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Mercedes-Benz Sl, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 25 Sept 2024
Mileage
92,182 mi
At MOT on 16 Sept 2023
MOT tests
23
17 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,432 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
C5 BTM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SL
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,966 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
25 Oct 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 25 Sept 2024
Latest MOT test
16 Sept 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

C5 BTM was last recorded at 92,182 miles on 16 Sept 2023, 964 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Sept 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
91,218 miles · 26 Sept 2022
Between the last two tests
964 miles
Average per year
3,432 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 92,182 miles
  • 2022 – 91,218 miles
  • 2021 – 90,906 miles
  • 2020 – 89,000 miles
  • 2019 – 87,760 miles
  • 2018 – 85,874 miles
  • 2017 – 83,473 miles
  • 2016 – 79,681 miles
  • 2015 – 74,107 miles
  • 2014 – 73,666 miles
  • 2013 – 68,604 miles
  • 2012 – 58,692 miles
  • 2011 – 46,589 miles
  • 2010 – 43,674 miles
  • 2009 – 42,892 miles
  • 2008 – 41,791 miles
  • 2006 – 37,254 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass92,182 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.

  • Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault

    Failure2 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

23 tests since 14 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass92,182 miles (+964)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    92,182 miles
    Test number
    473995145953

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass91,218 miles (+312)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    91,218 miles
    Test number
    714402598482
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

  3. Pass90,906 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    90,906 miles
    Test number
    135766889719
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Fail90,905 miles (+1,905)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,905 miles
    Test number
    578731177918
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass89,000 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    89,000 miles
    Test number
    226568040948
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  6. Fail89,000 miles (+1,240)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,000 miles
    Test number
    911156819230
    • Repaired at testFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  7. Pass87,760 miles (+1,886)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    87,760 miles
    Test number
    336123151083

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass85,874 miles (+2,401)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    85,874 miles
    Test number
    331118099164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass83,473 miles (+3,792)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    83,473 miles
    Test number
    145184930814

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass79,681 miles (+5,574)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    79,681 miles
    Test number
    464284675295

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass74,107 miles (+441)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    74,107 miles
    Test number
    195491565430
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  12. Fail73,666 miles (+5,062)2 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,666 miles
    Test number
    417025914481
    • FailureBootlid cannot be secured in the closed position (6.4.1)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteOil leak

  13. Pass68,604 miles (+326)
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    68,604 miles
    Test number
    877637053246

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail68,278 miles (+9,586)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,278 miles
    Test number
    607100843285
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

  15. Pass58,692 miles (+12,103)
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    58,692 miles
    Test number
    828936022242

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass46,589 miles (+2,915)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    46,589 miles
    Test number
    499764491001

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass43,674 miles (+782)
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    43,674 miles
    Test number
    244625180020

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass42,892 miles (+1,101)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    42,892 miles
    Test number
    271612499023
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  19. Pass41,791 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    41,791 miles
    Test number
    132232298086
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

  20. Fail41,791 miles (+4,537)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,791 miles
    Test number
    392492298093
    • Repaired at testParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

  21. Pass37,254 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    37,254 miles
    Test number
    121511926341

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail37,254 miles (+5,163)4 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,254 miles
    Test number
    201230826365
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  23. Pass32,091 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    32,091 miles
    Test number
    730083176054
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about C5 BTM

Does C5 BTM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on C5 BTM expired on 25 Sept 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on C5 BTM?
The MOT on C5 BTM expired on 25 Sept 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has C5 BTM done?
C5 BTM was recorded at 92,182 miles at its MOT on 16 Sept 2023, an average of 3,432 miles a year.
Has C5 BTM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. C5 BTM has failed 6 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Mar 2021.
Has the mileage on C5 BTM 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 C5 BTM find?
C5 BTM passed its latest MOT on 16 Sept 2023 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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