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Mercedes-Benz SL

Black · Petrol · 2004 · 3,724 cc

C8 GAJMOT history

C8 GAJ is a black petrol Mercedes-Benz SL first used on 1 Mar 2004. Its MOT is valid until 22 Mar 2027 and it has passed 17 of 20 MOT tests, with 105,809 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Mar 2026.

C8 GAJ 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 22 Mar 2027
Mileage
105,809 mi
At MOT on 23 Mar 2026
MOT tests
20
17 passed · 3 failed
Per year
4,095 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
C8 GAJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SL
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,724 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
1 Mar 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

C8 GAJ was last recorded at 105,809 miles on 23 Mar 2026, 942 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 May 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
104,867 miles · 1 May 2024
Between the last two tests
942 miles
Average per year
4,095 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 105,809 miles
  • 2024 – 104,867 miles
  • 2023 – 104,378 miles
  • 2021 – 103,515 miles
  • 2020 – 102,463 miles
  • 2019 – 102,190 miles
  • 2017 – 101,766 miles
  • 2016 – 99,861 miles
  • 2015 – 99,443 miles
  • 2013 – 93,328 miles
  • 2012 – 85,301 miles
  • 2011 – 72,836 miles
  • 2010 – 58,090 miles
  • 2009 – 46,927 miles
  • 2008 – 37,676 miles
  • 2007 – 28,028 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass105,809 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 the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2017

  • Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front tyres perishing and wear inner and outer edges

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

20 tests since 26 Mar 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass105,809 miles (+942)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    105,809 miles
    Test number
    231318377038

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass104,867 miles (+5)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    104,867 miles
    Test number
    464461437092
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front tyres perishing and wear inner and outer edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Fail104,862 miles (+484)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,862 miles
    Test number
    102871374971
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front tyres perishing and wear inner and outer edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass104,378 miles (+863)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    104,378 miles
    Test number
    765976891547
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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 Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass103,515 miles (+1,052)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    103,515 miles
    Test number
    191823202327
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  6. Pass102,463 miles (+273)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    102,463 miles
    Test number
    909833343958
    • AdvisoryUnderbody tray fitted not allowing full inspection.

  7. Pass102,190 miles (+424)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    102,190 miles
    Test number
    496192509445
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass101,766 miles (+1,905)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    101,766 miles
    Test number
    793954759930
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  9. Pass99,861 miles (+418)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    99,861 miles
    Test number
    525475378473
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  10. Pass99,443 miles (+6,115)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    99,443 miles
    Test number
    465107825028

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass93,328 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    93,328 miles
    Test number
    268534823207
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  12. Fail93,328 miles (+8,027)2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,328 miles
    Test number
    597974623231
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  13. Pass85,301 miles (+12,465)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    85,301 miles
    Test number
    348165052244
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  14. Pass72,836 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    72,836 miles
    Test number
    599157931236

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail72,836 miles (+14,746)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,836 miles
    Test number
    436937731218
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because a lightweight or space saving wheel is fitted (4.1.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

  16. Pass58,090 miles (+2,827)
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    58,090 miles
    Test number
    374138520438

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass55,263 miles (+8,336)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    55,263 miles
    Test number
    830925980022

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass46,927 miles (+9,251)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    46,927 miles
    Test number
    711059979068
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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)
    • NoteNearside front tyre has slight damage to side wall

  19. Pass37,676 miles (+9,648)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    37,676 miles
    Test number
    130324178427

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass28,028 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    28,028 miles
    Test number
    831435287087

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about C8 GAJ

Does C8 GAJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on C8 GAJ is valid until 22 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on C8 GAJ?
The MOT on C8 GAJ is valid until 22 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has C8 GAJ done?
C8 GAJ was recorded at 105,809 miles at its MOT on 23 Mar 2026, an average of 4,095 miles a year.
Has C8 GAJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. C8 GAJ has failed 3 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Apr 2024.
Has the mileage on C8 GAJ 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 C8 GAJ find?
C8 GAJ passed its latest MOT on 23 Mar 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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