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Mercedes-Benz SL

Black · Petrol · 1993 · 2,960 cc

DX 5027MOT history

DX 5027 is a black petrol Mercedes-Benz SL first used on 1 Aug 1993. Its MOT is valid until 15 Aug 2027 and it has passed 21 of 24 MOT tests, with 112,845 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 15 Aug 2027
Mileage
112,845 mi
At MOT on 13 Aug 2026
MOT tests
24
21 passed · 3 failed
Per year
2,237 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
DX 5027
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SL
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,960 cc
Year of manufacture
1993
First used
1 Aug 1993
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

DX 5027 was last recorded at 112,845 miles on 13 Aug 2026, 444 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
112,401 miles · 13 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
444 miles
Average per year
2,237 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 112,845 miles
  • 2025 – 112,401 miles
  • 2024 – 111,951 miles
  • 2023 – 110,984 miles
  • 2022 – 110,742 miles
  • 2021 – 110,446 miles
  • 2020 – 109,932 miles
  • 2019 – 109,249 miles
  • 2018 – 108,925 miles
  • 2017 – 107,751 miles
  • 2016 – 104,764 miles
  • 2015 – 101,622 miles
  • 2014 – 97,758 miles
  • 2013 – 94,589 miles
  • 2012 – 92,042 miles
  • 2011 – 87,954 miles
  • 2010 – 82,336 miles
  • 2009 – 77,332 miles
  • 2008 – 74,724 miles
  • 2007 – 70,713 miles
  • 2006 – 67,985 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass112,845 miles
  • MinorNearside Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all underbody (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded nearside and offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 8 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryNearside Fuel Pipe/s corrodedRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 9 MOTs since 2018

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.

  • Nearside Fuel Pipe/s corroded front to rear

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2017–2025

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside and offside front to rear

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside and offside

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Rear Coil spring corroded nearside and offside

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened nearside and offside upper and lower

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened nearside and offside

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

Full MOT history

24 tests since 25 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass112,845 miles (+444)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    112,845 miles
    Test number
    682976615125
    • MinorNearside Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all underbody (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded nearside and offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Fuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass112,401 miles (+450)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    112,401 miles
    Test number
    557828454215
    • MinorNearside Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded nearside and offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Fuel Pipe/s corroded front to rear
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass111,951 miles (+967)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    111,951 miles
    Test number
    344862429039
    • MinorDrag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All metal brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Nearside and Offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside fuel pipes corroded front to rear.
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass110,984 miles (+242)1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    110,984 miles
    Test number
    661313873756
    • MinorNearside Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside and offside front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside and offside (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded nearside and offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Fuel Pipe/s corroded front to rear
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded nearside and offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened nearside and offside upper and lower (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass110,742 miles (+296)1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    110,742 miles
    Test number
    791465483175
    • MinorNearside Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside and offside front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside and offside (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded nearside and offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened nearside and offside (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Fuel Pipe/s corroded front to rear
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded nearside and offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened nearside and offside upper and lower (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass110,446 miles (+514)1 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    110,446 miles
    Test number
    743611139999
    • MinorNearside Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside and offside front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside and offside (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded nearside and offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened nearside and offside (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Fuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded nearside and offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened nearside and offside upper and lower (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  7. Pass109,932 miles (+683)1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    109,932 miles
    Test number
    568081750554
    • MinorNearside Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside and offside front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside and offside (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded nearside and offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened nearside and offside (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded front to rear
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded nearside and offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system/outer shields corroded but gas tight

  8. Pass109,249 miles (+324)1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    109,249 miles
    Test number
    917658322784
    • MinorNearside Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt slight split (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside and offside front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside and offside (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded nearside and offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked but secure (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Fuel Pipe/s corroded front to rear
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all upper + bottom (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel slight play steering box (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system + mountings corroded

  9. Pass108,925 miles (+1,174)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    108,925 miles
    Test number
    744830677020
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside + offside front + front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded nearside + offside front + rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread slight cracks (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Fuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all front + rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement slight play + splitting/cracking to all suspension arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to vehicle underbody + suspension parts in various places but not considered excessive
    • AdvisoryExhaust system/mountings corroded but not excessive

  10. Pass107,751 miles (+2,987)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    107,751 miles
    Test number
    348186595397
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded n/s o/s front + front to rear (greased) (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread slight crack (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Fuel Pipe/s corroded front to rear
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel slight play steering box (2.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded n/s o/s front + n/s rear (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust system/mountings corroded
    • AdvisoryN/s o/s front + rear upper + lower suspension arms corroded + bushes splitting/cracking
    • AdvisoryVarious slight corrosion to vehicle underbody + suspension parts

  11. Pass104,764 miles (+3,142)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    104,764 miles
    Test number
    602495508658
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded n/s o/s front + front to rear (greased) (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel slight play steering box (2.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded n/s o/s front + n/s rear (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust system/mountings corroded
    • AdvisoryFront number plate slightly cracked
    • AdvisoryN/s front to rear fuel pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryN/s o/s front + rear upper + lower suspension arms corroded + bushes splitting/cracking
    • AdvisoryVarious slight corrosion to vehicle underbody + suspension parts

  12. Pass101,622 miles (+3,864)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    101,622 miles
    Test number
    296905050389
    • AdvisoryBoth front and n/s/r springs corroded
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate cracked
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal perishing
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak around gearbox and oil sump
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement o/s and n/s all rear bushes (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear differential leaking
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  13. Pass97,758 miles (+3,169)9 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    97,758 miles
    Test number
    825604204221
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryShock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded

  14. Pass94,589 miles (+2,547)13 advisories9 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    94,589 miles
    Test number
    727800313283
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryShock absorber has slight external damage to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteExhaust system corroded
    • NoteFuel tank cap seal starting to crack
    • NoteIntermitten brake warning light on
    • NoteLow effeincy park brake
    • NoteSlight corrosion to vehicle underbody
    • NoteSlight crack to number plate
    • NoteSlight play steering box
    • NoteVehicle under tray insecure

  15. Pass92,042 miles (+4,088)9 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    92,042 miles
    Test number
    927102622225
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryShock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteExhaust system corroded but gas tight
    • NoteFront number plate cracked
    • NoteFuel tank cap seal starting to crack

  16. Pass87,954 miles (+5,618)6 advisories6 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    87,954 miles
    Test number
    355318201257
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • NoteExhaust system + mountings + outer shields becoming excessively corroded
    • NoteFront number plate becoming excessively cracked
    • NoteLong travel handbrake
    • NoteRear screen window damaged
    • NoteSlight play n/s steering idle
    • NoteSlight play steering box

  17. Pass82,336 miles (+5,004)3 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    82,336 miles
    Test number
    422514710262
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteSlight chips to windscreen
    • NoteSlight oil leak rear diff o/s rear seal + end cap
    • NoteSlight play n/s steering idler
    • NoteSlight play steering box
    • NoteWindscreen motor incorrectly parking

  18. Pass77,332 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    77,332 miles
    Test number
    790499019219

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail77,332 miles (+2,608)4 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,332 miles
    Test number
    180759219233
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureRear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteRear differential has a slight oil leak
    • NoteSteering idler bush has slight play in bush

  20. Pass74,724 miles (+4,011)8 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    74,724 miles
    Test number
    503839618267
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteRear driveshaft seals leaking slightly

  21. Pass70,713 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    70,713 miles
    Test number
    663354117246

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail70,713 miles (+2,728)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,713 miles
    Test number
    350224917278
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteBoth rear flexible brake pipe ferrules corroding

  23. Pass67,985 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    67,985 miles
    Test number
    981286506278

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail67,985 miles1 failure8 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,985 miles
    Test number
    514586506215
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • Note*** nearside rear tyre on 2.5mm ***
    • Note*** offside rear tyre on 2mm ***
    • NoteBoth rear flexible brake hoses perishing.
    • NoteFront brake discs pitted on inner surfaces.
    • NoteFront brake pipes corroding.
    • NoteFront wiper blade smearing windscreen slighyly.
    • NoteFuel filler cap seal cracked.
    • NoteNearside front to rear metal brake pipe corroding.

Questions about DX 5027

What vehicle is registration DX 5027 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show DX 5027 on a black petrol Mercedes-Benz SL first used on 1 Aug 1993. 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 DX 5027 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on DX 5027 is valid until 15 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on DX 5027?
The MOT on DX 5027 is valid until 15 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has DX 5027 done?
DX 5027 was recorded at 112,845 miles at its MOT on 13 Aug 2026, an average of 2,237 miles a year.
Has DX 5027 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. DX 5027 has failed 3 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Aug 2009.
Has the mileage on DX 5027 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 DX 5027 find?
DX 5027 passed its latest MOT on 13 Aug 2026 with 1 minor defect and 7 advisories: nearside drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all underbody; front coil spring corroded nearside and offside, and 5 more.

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