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Mercedes-Benz SL

Red · Petrol · 2008 · 5,461 cc

DS 8707MOT history

DS 8707 is a red petrol Mercedes-Benz SL first used on 11 Aug 2008. Its MOT is valid until 16 Apr 2027 and it has passed 11 of 14 MOT tests, with 19,227 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 16 Apr 2027
Mileage
19,227 mi
At MOT on 17 Apr 2026
MOT tests
14
11 passed · 3 failed
Per year
514 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
DS 8707
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SL
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
5,461 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
11 Aug 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

DS 8707 was last recorded at 19,227 miles on 17 Apr 2026, 497 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Dec 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
18,730 miles · 20 Dec 2021
Between the last two tests
497 miles
Average per year
514 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 19,227 miles
  • 2021 – 18,730 miles
  • 2019 – 17,206 miles
  • 2018 – 16,639 miles
  • 2017 – 15,955 miles
  • 2016 – 15,939 miles
  • 2015 – 15,417 miles
  • 2014 – 15,075 miles
  • 2013 – 14,579 miles
  • 2012 – 13,887 miles
  • 2011 – 11,626 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass19,227 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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, 2014–2016

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2015

Full MOT history

14 tests since 29 Jun 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass19,227 miles (+497)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    19,227 miles
    Test number
    471136823496
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass18,730 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    18,730 miles
    Test number
    390675382324

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail18,729 miles (+1,523)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,729 miles
    Test number
    503992617365
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass17,206 miles (+567)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    17,206 miles
    Test number
    620931998919
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing within the tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing within the tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass16,639 miles (+684)
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    16,639 miles
    Test number
    871727972398

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass15,955 miles (+16)
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    15,955 miles
    Test number
    130972607814

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass15,939 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    15,939 miles
    Test number
    818427145501

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail15,934 miles (+517)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    15,934 miles
    Test number
    718981141439
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  9. Pass15,417 miles (+342)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    15,417 miles
    Test number
    358211285173
    • 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)

  10. Pass15,075 miles (+496)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    15,075 miles
    Test number
    297875674447
    • 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)

  11. Pass14,579 miles (+692)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    14,579 miles
    Test number
    965797173123

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass13,887 miles (+2,261)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    13,887 miles
    Test number
    457092902266
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Fail11,626 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    11,626 miles
    Test number
    649940281175
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • NoteOffside front tyre has a cut to the inner side wall but is not exposing cords

  14. Pass11,626 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    11,626 miles
    Test number
    899650481154
    • NoteOffside front tyre has a cut to the inner side wall but is not exposing cords

Questions about DS 8707

What vehicle is registration DS 8707 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show DS 8707 on a red petrol Mercedes-Benz SL first used on 11 Aug 2008. 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 DS 8707 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on DS 8707 is valid until 16 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on DS 8707?
The MOT on DS 8707 is valid until 16 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has DS 8707 done?
DS 8707 was recorded at 19,227 miles at its MOT on 17 Apr 2026, an average of 514 miles a year.
Has DS 8707 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. DS 8707 has failed 3 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Dec 2021.
Has the mileage on DS 8707 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 DS 8707 find?
DS 8707 passed its latest MOT on 17 Apr 2026 with 5 advisories: nearside front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; nearside rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; nearside rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil, and 2 more.

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