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Black · Petrol · 2005 · 3,724 cc

L20 HJAMOT history

L20 HJA is a black petrol Mercedes-Benz SL first used on 22 Sept 2005. Its MOT is valid until 8 Mar 2027 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 102,669 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 8 Mar 2027
Mileage
102,669 mi
At MOT on 17 Feb 2026
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
5,190 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L20 HJA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SL
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,724 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
22 Sept 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L20 HJA was last recorded at 102,669 miles on 17 Feb 2026, 1,919 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
100,750 miles · 22 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
1,919 miles
Average per year
5,190 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 102,669 miles
  • 2025 – 100,750 miles
  • 2024 – 98,052 miles
  • 2023 – 95,391 miles
  • 2022 – 93,854 miles
  • 2021 – 91,645 miles
  • 2019 – 82,199 miles
  • 2018 – 66,655 miles
  • 2017 – 59,570 miles
  • 2016 – 53,505 miles
  • 2015 – 46,532 miles
  • 2014 – 36,965 miles
  • 2012 – 31,265 miles
  • 2011 – 26,623 miles
  • 2010 – 21,587 miles
  • 2009 – 17,044 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass102,669 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge center (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (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.

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

22 tests since 19 Aug 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass102,669 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    102,669 miles
    Test number
    522038794156
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge center (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  2. Fail102,669 miles (+1,919)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,669 miles
    Test number
    226185434476
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge center (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  3. Pass100,750 miles (+2,698)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    100,750 miles
    Test number
    674296731861
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted

  4. Pass98,052 miles (+89)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    98,052 miles
    Test number
    805255989209
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated steel arm (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  5. Fail97,963 miles (+2,572)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,963 miles
    Test number
    248941204154
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

  6. Pass95,391 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    95,391 miles
    Test number
    844480766878

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail95,391 miles (+1,537)1 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,391 miles
    Test number
    305102310841
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

  8. Pass93,854 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    93,854 miles
    Test number
    638690698096
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Fail93,854 miles (+2,209)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,854 miles
    Test number
    933268131653
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Pass91,645 miles (+9,446)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    91,645 miles
    Test number
    237028539250
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHas under trays + engine covers fitted

  11. Pass82,199 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    82,199 miles
    Test number
    825934273801
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Fail82,197 miles (+15,542)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,197 miles
    Test number
    262831387860
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass66,655 miles (+7,085)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    66,655 miles
    Test number
    935468392856

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass59,570 miles (+6,065)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    59,570 miles
    Test number
    830301655016

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass53,505 miles (+6,973)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    53,505 miles
    Test number
    957829059842
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass46,532 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    46,532 miles
    Test number
    276546305217

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail46,532 miles (+9,567)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,532 miles
    Test number
    308434505482
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  18. Pass36,965 miles (+5,700)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    36,965 miles
    Test number
    217855604255

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass31,265 miles (+4,642)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    31,265 miles
    Test number
    916755612202
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Pass26,623 miles (+5,036)
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    26,623 miles
    Test number
    249155231271

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass21,587 miles (+4,543)
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    21,587 miles
    Test number
    290241230250

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass17,044 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    17,044 miles
    Test number
    302061539283

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L20 HJA

Does L20 HJA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L20 HJA is valid until 8 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on L20 HJA?
The MOT on L20 HJA is valid until 8 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L20 HJA done?
L20 HJA was recorded at 102,669 miles at its MOT on 17 Feb 2026, an average of 5,190 miles a year.
Has L20 HJA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L20 HJA has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on L20 HJA 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 L20 HJA find?
L20 HJA passed its latest MOT on 17 Feb 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge center; rear brake disc worn, but not excessively.

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