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Mercedes-Benz SL

Red · Petrol · 1988 · 2,962 cc

E9 BVBMOT history

E9 BVB is a red petrol Mercedes-Benz SL first used on 18 Apr 1988. Its MOT expired on 4 Mar 2025 and it has passed 17 of 17 MOT tests, with 77,155 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Feb 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 4 Mar 2025
Mileage
77,155 mi
At MOT on 26 Feb 2024
MOT tests
17
17 passed · 0 failed
Per year
881 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
E9 BVB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SL
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,962 cc
Year of manufacture
1988
First used
18 Apr 1988
MOT status
MOT expired on 4 Mar 2025
Latest MOT test
26 Feb 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

E9 BVB was last recorded at 77,155 miles on 26 Feb 2024, 3,061 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Feb 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
74,094 miles · 21 Feb 2023
Between the last two tests
3,061 miles
Average per year
881 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 77,155 miles
  • 2023 – 74,094 miles
  • 2022 – 68,996 miles
  • 2021 – 68,978 miles
  • 2019 – 68,959 miles
  • 2018 – 68,951 miles
  • 2017 – 68,948 miles
  • 2016 – 68,945 miles
  • 2015 – 68,939 miles
  • 2014 – 68,924 miles
  • 2013 – 68,905 miles
  • 2012 – 65,937 miles
  • 2011 – 65,922 miles
  • 2010 – 65,910 miles
  • 2008 – 63,599 miles
  • 2007 – 63,558 miles
  • 2006 – 61,469 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass77,155 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.

  • Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2013

Full MOT history

17 tests since 10 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass77,155 miles (+3,061)
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    77,155 miles
    Test number
    212569580619

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass74,094 miles (+5,098)
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    74,094 miles
    Test number
    277094279409

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass68,996 miles (+18)
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    68,996 miles
    Test number
    809719089948

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass68,978 miles (+19)
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    68,978 miles
    Test number
    463293326602

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass68,959 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    68,959 miles
    Test number
    739830062967

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass68,951 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    68,951 miles
    Test number
    823918795473

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass68,948 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    68,948 miles
    Test number
    406705506702

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass68,945 miles (+6)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    68,945 miles
    Test number
    602835804053
    • AdvisorySignificant corrosion both rear brake pipes
  9. Pass68,939 miles (+15)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    68,939 miles
    Test number
    618995433701

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass68,924 miles (+19)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    68,924 miles
    Test number
    475460424231
    • NoteCorrosion to exhaust system temp repair made
    • NoteSlight corrosion to rear brake pipes
    • NoteSlight leak from radiator
  11. Pass68,905 miles (+2,968)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    68,905 miles
    Test number
    668170323226
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryRear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)
  12. Pass65,937 miles (+15)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    65,937 miles
    Test number
    827014912266
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteRear brake pads wearing low
  13. Pass65,922 miles (+12)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    65,922 miles
    Test number
    878374841220

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass65,910 miles (+2,311)1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    65,910 miles
    Test number
    843883720258
    • NoteSTORED CAR.
  15. Pass63,599 miles (+41)1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    63,599 miles
    Test number
    833929098137
    • NoteStored car.
  16. Pass63,558 miles (+2,089)1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2008
    Odometer
    63,558 miles
    Test number
    291424747134
    • NoteSTORED CAR.
  17. Pass61,469 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2007
    Odometer
    61,469 miles
    Test number
    330460736123
    • NoteStored veichle.

Questions about E9 BVB

Does E9 BVB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on E9 BVB expired on 4 Mar 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on E9 BVB?
The MOT on E9 BVB expired on 4 Mar 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has E9 BVB done?
E9 BVB was recorded at 77,155 miles at its MOT on 26 Feb 2024, an average of 881 miles a year.
Has E9 BVB ever failed its MOT?
No. E9 BVB has passed all 17 of its MOT tests on record.
Has the mileage on E9 BVB 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 E9 BVB find?
E9 BVB passed its latest MOT on 26 Feb 2024 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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