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Mercedes-Benz SL

White · Petrol · 2004 · 3,498 cc

K8 EUSMOT history

K8 EUS is a white petrol Mercedes-Benz SL first used on 23 Apr 2004. Its MOT is valid until 14 Jun 2027 and it has passed 19 of 24 MOT tests, with 83,014 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Jun 2026.

K8 EUS white 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 14 Jun 2027
Mileage
83,014 mi
At MOT on 9 Jun 2026
MOT tests
24
19 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,257 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K8 EUS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SL
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,498 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
23 Apr 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K8 EUS was last recorded at 83,014 miles on 9 Jun 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Jun 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 14 Jun 2022: 71,880 miles, lower than 71,887 miles on 4 May 2022.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
83,014 miles · 4 Jun 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
3,257 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 83,014 miles
  • 2025 – 80,426 miles
  • 2024 – 77,256 miles
  • 2023 – 72,019 miles
  • 2022 – 71,880 miles
  • 2021 – 70,634 miles
  • 2020 – 69,482 miles
  • 2019 – 65,908 miles
  • 2018 – 62,259 miles
  • 2017 – 57,832 miles
  • 2016 – 51,500 miles
  • 2015 – 48,590 miles
  • 2014 – 43,161 miles
  • 2013 – 37,774 miles
  • 2012 – 31,032 miles
  • 2011 – 30,105 miles
  • 2010 – 29,501 miles
  • 2009 – 26,590 miles
  • 2007 – 21,731 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass83,014 miles
  • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective Lens deteriorating, beam pattern only just visible on beam tester - both sides (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play Both sides (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Outer face has scoring (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component Reservoir and pump area (2.1.5 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Front Position lamp not working

    Major3 MOTs, 2022–2026

  • Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass83,014 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    83,014 miles
    Test number
    385544048801
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective Lens deteriorating, beam pattern only just visible on beam tester - both sides (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play Both sides (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Outer face has scoring (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component Reservoir and pump area (2.1.5 (a))

  2. Fail83,014 miles (+2,588)1 dangerous2 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,014 miles
    Test number
    679850561535
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Outer sidewall - 255/40 R18 Pirelli P-Zero (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component ball joint excessively worn Shock absorber lower balljoint has excessive play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective Lens deteriorating, beam pattern only just visible on beam tester - both sides (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play Both sides (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Outer face has scoring (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component Reservoir and pump area (2.1.5 (a))

  3. Pass80,426 miles2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    80,426 miles
    Test number
    195622389162
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  4. Fail80,426 miles (+3,170)2 repaired2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,426 miles
    Test number
    293023435834
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  5. Pass77,256 miles (+126)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    77,256 miles
    Test number
    444846163026
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Fail77,130 miles (+5,111)4 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,130 miles
    Test number
    678842943566
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass72,019 miles (+139)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    72,019 miles
    Test number
    812155109930
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  8. Pass71,880 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    71,880 miles
    Test number
    241336689921
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Fail71,880 miles (-7)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,880 miles
    Test number
    679368309375
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Fail71,887 miles (+1,253)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,887 miles
    Test number
    365506775800
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank corroded

  11. Pass70,634 miles (+1,152)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    70,634 miles
    Test number
    420902644894
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  12. Pass69,482 miles (+3,574)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    69,482 miles
    Test number
    131842042047
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass65,908 miles (+3,649)
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    65,908 miles
    Test number
    558941614120

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass62,259 miles (+4,427)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2019
    Odometer
    62,259 miles
    Test number
    398047474484

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass57,832 miles (+6,332)
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    57,832 miles
    Test number
    143043433797

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass51,500 miles (+2,910)
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    51,500 miles
    Test number
    896193708094

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass48,590 miles (+5,429)
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    48,590 miles
    Test number
    336679695057

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass43,161 miles (+5,387)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    43,161 miles
    Test number
    348309494000
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass37,774 miles (+6,742)
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    37,774 miles
    Test number
    366254293086

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass31,032 miles (+927)
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    31,032 miles
    Test number
    486243702118

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass30,105 miles (+604)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2012
    Odometer
    30,105 miles
    Test number
    506538631102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass29,501 miles (+2,911)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2011
    Odometer
    29,501 miles
    Test number
    982027140179
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass26,590 miles (+4,859)
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2010
    Odometer
    26,590 miles
    Test number
    513845039196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass21,731 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    21,731 miles
    Test number
    380178527436

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about K8 EUS

Does K8 EUS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K8 EUS is valid until 14 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on K8 EUS?
The MOT on K8 EUS is valid until 14 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K8 EUS done?
K8 EUS was recorded at 83,014 miles at its MOT on 9 Jun 2026, an average of 3,257 miles a year.
Has K8 EUS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K8 EUS has failed 5 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on K8 EUS ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 14 Jun 2022. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on K8 EUS find?
K8 EUS passed its latest MOT on 9 Jun 2026 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: headlamp lens slightly defective lens deteriorating, beam pattern only just visible on beam tester - both sides; front wheel bearing has slight play both sides; nearside play in steering rack inner joint(s), and 2 more.

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