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Mercedes-Benz SL

Black · Petrol · 2004 · 5,439 cc

F5 DFCMOT history

F5 DFC is a black petrol Mercedes-Benz SL first used on 5 Mar 2004. Its MOT is valid until 20 May 2027 and it has passed 20 of 26 MOT tests, with 96,145 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 May 2026.

F5 DFC 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 20 May 2027
Mileage
96,145 mi
At MOT on 15 May 2026
MOT tests
26
20 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,754 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
F5 DFC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SL
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
5,439 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
5 Mar 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 May 2027
Latest MOT test
15 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

F5 DFC was last recorded at 96,145 miles on 15 May 2026, 2,185 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
93,960 miles · 28 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
2,185 miles
Average per year
3,754 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 96,145 miles
  • 2025 – 93,960 miles
  • 2024 – 90,935 miles
  • 2023 – 87,286 miles
  • 2022 – 84,663 miles
  • 2021 – 82,990 miles
  • 2020 – 77,989 miles
  • 2019 – 71,555 miles
  • 2018 – 66,747 miles
  • 2017 – 62,336 miles
  • 2016 – 57,335 miles
  • 2015 – 52,158 miles
  • 2014 – 49,006 miles
  • 2013 – 45,158 miles
  • 2012 – 44,792 miles
  • 2011 – 40,252 miles
  • 2010 – 36,341 miles
  • 2009 – 33,248 miles
  • 2008 – 29,561 miles
  • 2007 – 24,513 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass96,145 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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 Fog lamp not working.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

  • Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2012

Full MOT history

26 tests since 16 Apr 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass96,145 miles (+2,185)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2027
    Odometer
    96,145 miles
    Test number
    113053101210
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  2. Pass93,960 miles (+3,025)
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2026
    Odometer
    93,960 miles
    Test number
    281880775312

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass90,935 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2025
    Odometer
    90,935 miles
    Test number
    976502012763
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Fog lamp not working.

  4. Fail90,931 miles (+3,645)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,931 miles
    Test number
    411719686559
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Fog lamp not working.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Noise.

  5. Pass87,286 miles (+2,623)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2024
    Odometer
    87,286 miles
    Test number
    528461840325
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  6. Pass84,663 miles (+1,673)
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2023
    Odometer
    84,663 miles
    Test number
    629619182325

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass82,990 miles (+5,001)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2022
    Odometer
    82,990 miles
    Test number
    986540508751
    • AdvisoryOffside mirror glass deteriorated

  8. Pass77,989 miles (+6,434)
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2021
    Odometer
    77,989 miles
    Test number
    234605013347

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass71,555 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    71,555 miles
    Test number
    480839509583

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail71,555 miles (+4,808)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,555 miles
    Test number
    713705353316
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))

  11. Pass66,747 miles (+4,411)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    66,747 miles
    Test number
    795722005256
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre cut on side wall
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre cut on side wall
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  12. Pass62,336 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    62,336 miles
    Test number
    674001002033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail62,336 miles (+5,001)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,336 miles
    Test number
    140309670941
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  14. Pass57,335 miles (+113)
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    57,335 miles
    Test number
    934061056437

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail57,222 miles (+5,064)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,222 miles
    Test number
    742381713354
    • FailureNearside Front Fluid suspension unit leaking (2.4.D.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside front tyres worn badly on inner edges
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre worn badly on inner edge

  16. Pass52,158 miles (+3,152)
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    52,158 miles
    Test number
    379962615088

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass49,006 miles (+3,848)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    49,006 miles
    Test number
    365004734068
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteADVISE BOTH FRONT SUSPENSION STRUTS HAVE PLAY IN BOTTOM BALL JIONTS
    • NoteHIGH LEVEL BRAKE LIGHT LENS CRACKED
    • NoteREAR NO PLATE NOT FITTED PROPERLY

  18. Pass45,158 miles (+366)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    45,158 miles
    Test number
    299621553060

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass44,792 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    44,792 miles
    Test number
    179572152067
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  20. Fail44,792 miles (+4,540)2 dangerous3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,792 miles
    Test number
    506861752099
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteN/s& o/s rear tyres perished urgent attention required

  21. Pass40,252 miles (+3,911)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    40,252 miles
    Test number
    238330471072

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass36,341 miles (+3,093)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    36,341 miles
    Test number
    242787070025
    • AdvisoryOffside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak

  23. Pass33,248 miles (+3,687)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    33,248 miles
    Test number
    133498379414

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass29,561 miles (+5,048)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    29,561 miles
    Test number
    404198088080

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass24,513 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    24,513 miles
    Test number
    680616007143
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Fail24,513 miles1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,513 miles
    Test number
    723866707143
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about F5 DFC

Does F5 DFC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on F5 DFC is valid until 20 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on F5 DFC?
The MOT on F5 DFC is valid until 20 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has F5 DFC done?
F5 DFC was recorded at 96,145 miles at its MOT on 15 May 2026, an average of 3,754 miles a year.
Has F5 DFC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. F5 DFC has failed 6 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Apr 2024.
Has the mileage on F5 DFC 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 F5 DFC find?
F5 DFC passed its latest MOT on 15 May 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords; nearside rear tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords.

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