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Mercedes-Benz SL

Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 5,439 cc

J8 ECSMOT history

J8 ECS is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz SL first used on 1 Mar 2003. Its MOT is valid until 28 Feb 2027 and it has passed 20 of 20 MOT tests, with 87,868 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Feb 2026.

J8 ECS silver 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 28 Feb 2027
Mileage
87,868 mi
At MOT on 5 Feb 2026
MOT tests
20
20 passed · 0 failed
Per year
3,333 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
J8 ECS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SL
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
5,439 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
1 Mar 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
5 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

J8 ECS was last recorded at 87,868 miles on 5 Feb 2026, 1,231 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
86,637 miles · 19 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
1,231 miles
Average per year
3,333 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 87,868 miles
  • 2025 – 86,637 miles
  • 2024 – 85,669 miles
  • 2023 – 85,301 miles
  • 2022 – 84,444 miles
  • 2021 – 83,681 miles
  • 2020 – 83,063 miles
  • 2019 – 81,456 miles
  • 2018 – 79,714 miles
  • 2017 – 78,281 miles
  • 2016 – 73,954 miles
  • 2015 – 71,548 miles
  • 2014 – 69,023 miles
  • 2013 – 65,010 miles
  • 2012 – 59,851 miles
  • 2011 – 55,375 miles
  • 2010 – 48,238 miles
  • 2009 – 39,071 miles
  • 2007 – 28,157 miles
  • 2006 – 21,479 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass87,868 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All four (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2018

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2018

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2011

Full MOT history

20 tests since 7 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass87,868 miles (+1,231)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    87,868 miles
    Test number
    300905811485
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All four (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass86,637 miles (+968)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    86,637 miles
    Test number
    558648402952
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass85,669 miles (+368)
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    85,669 miles
    Test number
    595147956111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass85,301 miles (+857)
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    85,301 miles
    Test number
    758355985203

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass84,444 miles (+763)
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    84,444 miles
    Test number
    279095658775

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass83,681 miles (+618)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    83,681 miles
    Test number
    882187364874
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryWheel bearing has slight play both sides front wheels (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  7. Pass83,063 miles (+1,607)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    83,063 miles
    Test number
    209932754216
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view on driver's side (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective front wipers smearing (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play slight play from both front wheel bearings (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear both rear driveshaft inner joints leaking grease slightly

  8. Pass81,456 miles (+1,742)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    81,456 miles
    Test number
    401878622817

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass79,714 miles (+1,433)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    79,714 miles
    Test number
    515445151335
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  10. Pass78,281 miles (+4,327)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    78,281 miles
    Test number
    724727900008
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryStone chip to front wind srceen

  11. Pass73,954 miles (+2,406)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    73,954 miles
    Test number
    739481728052

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass71,548 miles (+2,525)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    71,548 miles
    Test number
    715116255081
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  13. Pass69,023 miles (+4,013)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    69,023 miles
    Test number
    437766954067

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass65,010 miles (+5,159)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    65,010 miles
    Test number
    535647853033
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass59,851 miles (+4,476)
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    59,851 miles
    Test number
    208870742044

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass55,375 miles (+7,137)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    55,375 miles
    Test number
    199735451084
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  17. Pass48,238 miles (+9,167)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    48,238 miles
    Test number
    302125350065
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Pass39,071 miles (+10,914)
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    39,071 miles
    Test number
    113115149093

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass28,157 miles (+6,678)3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    28,157 miles
    Test number
    250305287408
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteA small cut to o/s/front tyre side wall
    • NoteO/s/front towing eye cover falling out
    • NoteSome parts of thebrake fuel and suspension pipes can not be tested due to under vehilce covers

  20. Pass21,479 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    21,479 miles
    Test number
    912056366091

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about J8 ECS

Does J8 ECS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on J8 ECS is valid until 28 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on J8 ECS?
The MOT on J8 ECS is valid until 28 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has J8 ECS done?
J8 ECS was recorded at 87,868 miles at its MOT on 5 Feb 2026, an average of 3,333 miles a year.
Has J8 ECS ever failed its MOT?
No. J8 ECS has passed all 20 of its MOT tests on record.
Has the mileage on J8 ECS 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 J8 ECS find?
J8 ECS passed its latest MOT on 5 Feb 2026 with 3 advisories: brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all four; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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