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Mercedes-Benz SL

Silver · Petrol · 1991 · 4,973 cc

C8 LWDMOT history

C8 LWD is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz SL first used on 2 Jan 1991. Its MOT is valid until 12 Aug 2027 and it has passed 17 of 23 MOT tests, with 64,902 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 12 Aug 2027
Mileage
64,902 mi
At MOT on 13 Aug 2026
MOT tests
23
17 passed · 6 failed
Per year
2,240 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
C8 LWD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SL
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,973 cc
Year of manufacture
1991
First used
2 Jan 1991
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

C8 LWD was last recorded at 64,902 miles on 13 Aug 2026, 1,995 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
62,907 miles · 30 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
1,995 miles
Average per year
2,240 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 64,902 miles
  • 2025 – 62,907 miles
  • 2022 – 62,795 miles
  • 2021 – 62,721 miles
  • 2020 – 62,682 miles
  • 2018 – 62,502 miles
  • 2017 – 61,812 miles
  • 2015 – 60,103 miles
  • 2014 – 57,579 miles
  • 2013 – 56,314 miles
  • 2012 – 54,649 miles
  • 2011 – 51,398 miles
  • 2010 – 46,628 miles
  • 2009 – 41,154 miles
  • 2008 – 39,724 miles
  • 2006 – 18,826 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass64,902 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

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 Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Offside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2013

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2011

  • Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2010

Full MOT history

23 tests since 18 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass64,902 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    64,902 miles
    Test number
    996343914831

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail64,902 miles (+1,995)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,902 miles
    Test number
    366130930735
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (4.1.2 (a))

  3. Pass62,907 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    62,907 miles
    Test number
    495004741424

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail62,907 miles (+112)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,907 miles
    Test number
    906600582093
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

  5. Pass62,795 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    62,795 miles
    Test number
    613697733546

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail62,795 miles (+74)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,795 miles
    Test number
    829468819719
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

  7. Pass62,721 miles (+39)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    62,721 miles
    Test number
    759332332713

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass62,682 miles (+180)
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    62,682 miles
    Test number
    206985222037

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass62,502 miles (+690)
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2019
    Odometer
    62,502 miles
    Test number
    397145517150

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass61,812 miles (+1,709)
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    61,812 miles
    Test number
    809303815586

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass60,103 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    60,103 miles
    Test number
    442821969588
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust bracket corrorded

  12. Fail60,103 miles (+2,524)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,103 miles
    Test number
    331401453592
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust bracket corrorded

  13. Pass57,579 miles (+1,265)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    57,579 miles
    Test number
    977911184281
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  14. Pass56,314 miles (+1,665)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    56,314 miles
    Test number
    339443633352
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteWear discs

  15. Pass54,649 miles (+3,251)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    54,649 miles
    Test number
    887774832383
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteWear discs

  16. Pass51,398 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2012
    Odometer
    51,398 miles
    Test number
    196530241179
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteWear discs

  17. Fail51,398 miles (+4,770)1 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,398 miles
    Test number
    238450141198
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteWear discs

  18. Pass46,628 miles (+5,474)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    46,628 miles
    Test number
    844370910178
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  19. Pass41,154 miles (+1,430)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    41,154 miles
    Test number
    920221719179
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  20. Pass39,724 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    39,724 miles
    Test number
    180200288409
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  21. Fail39,724 miles1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,724 miles
    Test number
    550540288003
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  22. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    541466387099

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass18,826 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    18,826 miles
    Test number
    262798816003
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about C8 LWD

Does C8 LWD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on C8 LWD is valid until 12 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on C8 LWD?
The MOT on C8 LWD is valid until 12 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has C8 LWD done?
C8 LWD was recorded at 64,902 miles at its MOT on 13 Aug 2026, an average of 2,240 miles a year.
Has C8 LWD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. C8 LWD has failed 6 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on C8 LWD 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 LWD find?
C8 LWD passed its latest MOT on 13 Aug 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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