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Silver · Petrol · 2002 · 4,973 cc

KAD 855MOT history

KAD 855 is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz SL first used on 8 Apr 2002. Its MOT is valid until 24 Jun 2027 and it has passed 19 of 23 MOT tests, with 92,629 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Jun 2026.

KAD 855 silver Mercedes-Benz Sl – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 24 Jun 2027
Mileage
92,629 mi
At MOT on 25 Jun 2026
MOT tests
23
19 passed · 4 failed
Per year
3,311 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
KAD 855
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SL
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,973 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
8 Apr 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
25 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

KAD 855 was last recorded at 92,629 miles on 25 Jun 2026, 2,047 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
90,582 miles · 4 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
2,047 miles
Average per year
3,311 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 92,629 miles
  • 2025 – 90,582 miles
  • 2022 – 89,369 miles
  • 2021 – 88,373 miles
  • 2020 – 87,523 miles
  • 2018 – 85,693 miles
  • 2017 – 84,563 miles
  • 2016 – 83,758 miles
  • 2015 – 76,718 miles
  • 2014 – 72,596 miles
  • 2013 – 68,595 miles
  • 2012 – 65,447 miles
  • 2011 – 53,254 miles
  • 2010 – 48,032 miles
  • 2009 – 42,085 miles
  • 2008 – 36,909 miles
  • 2007 – 32,142 miles
  • 2006 – 26,496 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass92,629 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All rear (1.1.11 (c))

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.

  • Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all front

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

23 tests since 5 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass92,629 miles (+2,047)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    92,629 miles
    Test number
    308657784017
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All rear (1.1.11 (c))
  2. Pass90,582 miles (+1,213)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    90,582 miles
    Test number
    314091810630

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass89,369 miles (+996)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    89,369 miles
    Test number
    344660201174

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass88,373 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    88,373 miles
    Test number
    695290951338
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively x 4 brake discs (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing x 2 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge x 2 tyres (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  5. Fail88,373 miles (+850)1 dangerous6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,373 miles
    Test number
    322816751951
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively x 4 brake discs (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing x 2 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge x 2 tyres (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  6. Pass87,523 miles (+1,830)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2021
    Odometer
    87,523 miles
    Test number
    462248114819
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge perished/cracked (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  7. Pass85,693 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    85,693 miles
    Test number
    950499868707

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail85,692 miles (+1,129)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,692 miles
    Test number
    443472835723
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
  9. Pass84,563 miles (+805)
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    84,563 miles
    Test number
    384894091105

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass83,758 miles (+1,422)
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    83,758 miles
    Test number
    523919274811

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass82,336 miles (+5,618)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    82,336 miles
    Test number
    396566919934
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension unit lower ball joint slight play
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension unit lower ball joint slight play
  12. Pass76,718 miles (+4,122)
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    76,718 miles
    Test number
    217141345028

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass72,596 miles (+4,001)
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    72,596 miles
    Test number
    208341244077

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass68,595 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    68,595 miles
    Test number
    497796833086
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  15. Fail68,595 miles (+3,148)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,595 miles
    Test number
    127196133096
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  16. Pass65,447 miles (+12,193)
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    65,447 miles
    Test number
    967588132029

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass53,254 miles (+5,222)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    53,254 miles
    Test number
    187926041048
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  18. Pass48,032 miles (+5,947)
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    48,032 miles
    Test number
    840113640005

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass42,085 miles (+5,176)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    42,085 miles
    Test number
    341045699148

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass36,909 miles (+4,767)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    36,909 miles
    Test number
    820033208268

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass32,142 miles (+5,646)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    32,142 miles
    Test number
    664387447294

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass26,496 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    26,496 miles
    Test number
    233056886168
    • AdvisoryCentre Front Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  23. Fail26,496 miles2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,496 miles
    Test number
    713406486104
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryCentre Front Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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 KAD 855

What vehicle is registration KAD 855 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show KAD 855 on a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz SL first used on 8 Apr 2002. 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 KAD 855 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on KAD 855 is valid until 24 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on KAD 855?
The MOT on KAD 855 is valid until 24 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has KAD 855 done?
KAD 855 was recorded at 92,629 miles at its MOT on 25 Jun 2026, an average of 3,311 miles a year.
Has KAD 855 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. KAD 855 has failed 4 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Apr 2021.
Has the mileage on KAD 855 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 KAD 855 find?
KAD 855 passed its latest MOT on 25 Jun 2026 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: nearside front track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; nearside front track rod end ball joint has slight play; offside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing, and 2 more.

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