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Mercedes-Benz SL

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 4,973 cc

C5 GMAMOT history

C5 GMA is a blue petrol Mercedes-Benz SL first used on 29 Jan 1999. Its MOT is valid until 11 Apr 2027 and it has passed 20 of 21 MOT tests, with 64,721 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 11 Apr 2027
Mileage
64,721 mi
At MOT on 8 Apr 2026
MOT tests
21
20 passed · 1 failed
Per year
1,331 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
C5 GMA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SL
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,973 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
29 Jan 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

C5 GMA was last recorded at 64,721 miles on 8 Apr 2026, 954 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
63,767 miles · 4 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
954 miles
Average per year
1,331 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 64,721 miles
  • 2025 – 63,767 miles
  • 2024 – 62,825 miles
  • 2023 – 61,455 miles
  • 2022 – 61,098 miles
  • 2020 – 60,634 miles
  • 2019 – 59,354 miles
  • 2018 – 58,998 miles
  • 2017 – 58,483 miles
  • 2016 – 55,905 miles
  • 2014 – 55,145 miles
  • 2013 – 53,332 miles
  • 2012 – 52,908 miles
  • 2011 – 51,834 miles
  • 2010 – 50,657 miles
  • 2009 – 48,611 miles
  • 2008 – 45,096 miles
  • 2007 – 41,499 miles
  • 2006 – 39,459 miles
  • 2005 – 37,359 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass64,721 miles
  • AdvisoryCoil springs corroded.
  • AdvisoryFront indicators becoming pale.
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear 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))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre wearing unevenly.
  • AdvisoryRear exhaust corroded.

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.

  • O/s/r tyre wearing unevenly

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Exhaust corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Plastic coverings on rear lower suspension arms

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Front tyres wearing unevenly on inner edges

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Front tyres wearing unevenly

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2022

Full MOT history

21 tests since 15 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass64,721 miles (+954)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    64,721 miles
    Test number
    460011756839
    • AdvisoryCoil springs corroded.
    • AdvisoryFront indicators becoming pale.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre wearing unevenly.
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust corroded.

  2. Pass63,767 miles (+942)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    63,767 miles
    Test number
    732666086152
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryFront lower ball joint boots deteriorated
    • AdvisoryN/s/f tyre wearing unevenly with deep cut in tread
    • AdvisoryO/s/f tyre wearing unevenly with cuts in tread and sidewall
    • AdvisoryO/s/r tyre wearing unevenly
    • AdvisoryPlastic coverings on rear lower suspension arms

  3. Pass62,825 miles (+1,370)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    62,825 miles
    Test number
    164194124095
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil springs starting to corrode
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryFront lower ball joint rubbers deteriorated
    • AdvisoryFront tyres wearing unevenly on inner edges
    • AdvisoryPlastic coverings on rear lower suspension arms

  4. Pass61,455 miles (+357)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    61,455 miles
    Test number
    389866051059
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryFront tyres wearing unevenly on inner edges
    • AdvisoryO/s/r tyre wearing unevenly
    • AdvisoryPlastic coverings on rear lower arms

  5. Pass61,098 miles (+464)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    61,098 miles
    Test number
    412047727574
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded
    • AdvisoryFront tyres wearing unevenly
    • AdvisoryO/s/r tyre wearing unevenly

  6. Pass60,634 miles (+1,280)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    60,634 miles
    Test number
    292626198074
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust silencer corroded
    • AdvisoryFront tyres wearing unevenly
    • AdvisoryO/s/r tyre wearing unevenly

  7. Pass59,354 miles (+356)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    59,354 miles
    Test number
    599081359238
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective slightly smeary and small split (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront areas of slight corrosion on the front suspension
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated very slight (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material slight corrosion (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryFloor stabiliser bar rubber mounting bushes in poor condition

  8. Pass58,998 miles (+515)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2019
    Odometer
    58,998 miles
    Test number
    263655814907
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust box rusty but not blowing
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has small cut to side wall

  9. Pass58,483 miles (+2,578)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    58,483 miles
    Test number
    410134696356
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  10. Pass55,905 miles (+760)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    55,905 miles
    Test number
    468505678614
    • AdvisoryRear surface rust on front brake discs

  11. Pass55,145 miles (+1,813)
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    55,145 miles
    Test number
    138381384261

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass53,332 miles (+424)
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    53,332 miles
    Test number
    155466753284

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass52,908 miles (+1,074)
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    52,908 miles
    Test number
    555912962226

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail51,834 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,834 miles
    Test number
    306830371474
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

  15. Pass51,834 miles (+1,177)
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    51,834 miles
    Test number
    405510371295

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass50,657 miles (+2,046)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    50,657 miles
    Test number
    433797850224

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass48,611 miles (+3,515)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    48,611 miles
    Test number
    393261769220
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  18. Pass45,096 miles (+3,597)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    45,096 miles
    Test number
    291175048270

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass41,499 miles (+2,040)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    41,499 miles
    Test number
    820276357226

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass39,459 miles (+2,100)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    39,459 miles
    Test number
    100085656290

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass37,359 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    37,359 miles
    Test number
    342158455443
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Questions about C5 GMA

Does C5 GMA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on C5 GMA is valid until 11 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on C5 GMA?
The MOT on C5 GMA is valid until 11 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has C5 GMA done?
C5 GMA was recorded at 64,721 miles at its MOT on 8 Apr 2026, an average of 1,331 miles a year.
Has C5 GMA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. C5 GMA has failed 1 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Sept 2011.
Has the mileage on C5 GMA 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 GMA find?
C5 GMA passed its latest MOT on 8 Apr 2026 with 7 advisories: coil springs corroded.; front indicators becoming pale.; nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 4 more.

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