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Mercedes-Benz SL

Blue · Petrol · 2003 · 4,966 cc

L11 WHWMOT history

L11 WHW is a blue petrol Mercedes-Benz SL first used on 1 Mar 2003. Its MOT is valid until 18 Aug 2027 and it has passed 20 of 27 MOT tests, with 114,204 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Aug 2026.

L11 WHW blue 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 18 Aug 2027
Mileage
114,204 mi
At MOT on 18 Aug 2026
MOT tests
27
20 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,211 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L11 WHW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SL
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,966 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
1 Mar 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
18 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L11 WHW was last recorded at 114,204 miles on 18 Aug 2026, 11 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Aug 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
114,193 miles · 7 Aug 2026
Between the last two tests
11 miles
Average per year
4,211 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 114,204 miles
  • 2025 – 112,586 miles
  • 2024 – 111,393 miles
  • 2023 – 109,700 miles
  • 2022 – 107,862 miles
  • 2021 – 104,660 miles
  • 2020 – 103,911 miles
  • 2019 – 101,588 miles
  • 2018 – 100,340 miles
  • 2017 – 97,789 miles
  • 2016 – 93,269 miles
  • 2015 – 92,266 miles
  • 2014 – 89,324 miles
  • 2012 – 89,116 miles
  • 2011 – 86,354 miles
  • 2010 – 78,613 miles
  • 2009 – 64,556 miles
  • 2008 – 51,897 miles
  • 2007 – 44,248 miles
  • 2006 – 28,311 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass114,204 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) Slight - both sidesRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust heatshields looseRecorded 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.

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

27 tests since 25 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass114,204 miles (+11)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    114,204 miles
    Test number
    218320744182
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) Slight - both sides
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust heatshields loose

  2. Fail114,193 miles (+1,607)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,193 miles
    Test number
    656586933971
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) Slight - both sides
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust heatshields loose

  3. Pass112,586 miles (+32)
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    112,586 miles
    Test number
    910848672616

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail112,554 miles (+1,161)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,554 miles
    Test number
    904494805917
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  5. Pass111,393 miles (+13)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    111,393 miles
    Test number
    241519197517
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Fail111,380 miles (+1,680)1 dangerous9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,380 miles
    Test number
    852138052684
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass109,700 miles (+1,838)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    109,700 miles
    Test number
    610141011715
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  8. Pass107,862 miles (+3,202)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    107,862 miles
    Test number
    589715154898
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass104,660 miles (+749)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    104,660 miles
    Test number
    332615961943
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass103,911 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    103,911 miles
    Test number
    791587149539

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail103,911 miles (+2,323)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,911 miles
    Test number
    889967010952
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  12. Pass101,588 miles (+1,248)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    101,588 miles
    Test number
    442825480649
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass100,340 miles (+2,551)
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    100,340 miles
    Test number
    547417671097

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass97,789 miles (+4,520)
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    97,789 miles
    Test number
    697998926207

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass93,269 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    93,269 miles
    Test number
    521758020347

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail93,269 miles (+1,003)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,269 miles
    Test number
    668261855616
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

  17. Pass92,266 miles (+154)
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    92,266 miles
    Test number
    899304255085

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail92,112 miles (+2,788)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,112 miles
    Test number
    358613945015
    • FailureNearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

  19. Pass89,324 miles (+208)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    89,324 miles
    Test number
    465622274013
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Pass89,116 miles (+2,762)
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    89,116 miles
    Test number
    128813882254

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass86,354 miles (+7,741)
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    86,354 miles
    Test number
    216438841272

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass78,613 miles (+14,057)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    78,613 miles
    Test number
    862049250213
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (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)

  23. Pass64,556 miles (+12,659)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    64,556 miles
    Test number
    640404749284
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  24. Pass51,897 miles (+7,649)
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    51,897 miles
    Test number
    360075028229

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass44,248 miles (+15,937)1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    44,248 miles
    Test number
    461183027237
    • NoteO/S/F CASTOR ARM BALL JOINT BOOT SPLIT

  26. Pass28,311 miles (+15)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    28,311 miles
    Test number
    220881096020
    • AdvisoryCentre Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  27. Fail28,296 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,296 miles
    Test number
    100944386010
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Questions about L11 WHW

Does L11 WHW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L11 WHW is valid until 18 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on L11 WHW?
The MOT on L11 WHW is valid until 18 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L11 WHW done?
L11 WHW was recorded at 114,204 miles at its MOT on 18 Aug 2026, an average of 4,211 miles a year.
Has L11 WHW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L11 WHW has failed 7 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on L11 WHW 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 L11 WHW find?
L11 WHW passed its latest MOT on 18 Aug 2026 with 5 advisories: nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; nearside rear brake hose slightly deteriorated; offside rear brake hose slightly deteriorated, and 2 more.

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