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Mercedes-Benz SL

Black · Petrol · 1998 · 2,799 cc

L4 BOMMOT history

L4 BOM is a black petrol Mercedes-Benz SL first used on 1 Aug 1998. Its MOT is valid until 4 Aug 2027 and it has passed 15 of 16 MOT tests, with 33,928 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 4 Aug 2027
Mileage
33,928 mi
At MOT on 23 Jul 2026
MOT tests
16
15 passed · 1 failed
Per year
364 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L4 BOM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SL
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,799 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
1 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L4 BOM was last recorded at 33,928 miles on 23 Jul 2026, 30 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
33,898 miles · 29 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
30 miles
Average per year
364 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 33,928 miles
  • 2025 – 33,898 miles
  • 2024 – 33,785 miles
  • 2023 – 33,528 miles
  • 2022 – 32,946 miles
  • 2016 – 32,461 miles
  • 2015 – 31,810 miles
  • 2013 – 31,689 miles
  • 2012 – 31,543 miles
  • 2011 – 31,243 miles
  • 2010 – 29,900 miles
  • 2009 – 29,233 miles
  • 2008 – 28,500 miles
  • 2007 – 27,464 miles
  • 2006 – 26,640 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass33,928 miles
  • AdvisoryAll suspension is corrodedRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryExhaust is corrodedRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisorySlight oil leak on pas boxRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023

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 Coil spring corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2015

Full MOT history

16 tests since 13 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass33,928 miles (+30)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    33,928 miles
    Test number
    843224681093
    • AdvisoryAll suspension is corroded
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust is corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak on pas box
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Pass33,898 miles (+113)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    33,898 miles
    Test number
    275425241932
    • AdvisoryAll suspension is corroded
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust is corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight leak from pas box
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass33,785 miles (+257)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    33,785 miles
    Test number
    970597277711
    • AdvisoryAll suspension is corroded
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust is corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak on pas box
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass33,528 miles (+582)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    33,528 miles
    Test number
    615490337404
    • AdvisoryAll rear suspension is corroded
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight leak on pas box
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass32,946 miles (+485)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    32,946 miles
    Test number
    814695624760

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass32,461 miles (+651)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    32,461 miles
    Test number
    396310837017

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass31,810 miles (+121)2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    31,810 miles
    Test number
    468612665116
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteCorrosion setting into suspension

  8. Pass31,689 miles (+146)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    31,689 miles
    Test number
    107651813282
    • AdvisoryFront coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  9. Pass31,543 miles (+300)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    31,543 miles
    Test number
    107434012233
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  10. Pass31,243 miles (+1,343)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    31,243 miles
    Test number
    326845581174

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass29,900 miles (+667)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    29,900 miles
    Test number
    360223450157

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass29,233 miles (+733)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    29,233 miles
    Test number
    644770119272
    • NoteCorrosion settling into exhaust and nearside cat breaking up
    • NoteSteering box has slight leak

  13. Pass28,500 miles (+28)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    28,500 miles
    Test number
    120724608280
    • NoteN/s front coil spring corroded
    • NoteN/s front wheel rim bent
    • NoteO/s front coil spring corroded

  14. Fail28,472 miles (+1,008)3 dangerous3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,472 miles
    Test number
    163359498190
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • NoteN/s front coil spring corroded
    • NoteN/s front wheel rim bent
    • NoteO/s front coil spring corroded

  15. Pass27,464 miles (+824)1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    27,464 miles
    Test number
    514087697193
    • NoteFront coil springs very corroded

  16. Pass26,640 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    26,640 miles
    Test number
    442154596129

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L4 BOM

Does L4 BOM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L4 BOM is valid until 4 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on L4 BOM?
The MOT on L4 BOM is valid until 4 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L4 BOM done?
L4 BOM was recorded at 33,928 miles at its MOT on 23 Jul 2026, an average of 364 miles a year.
Has L4 BOM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L4 BOM has failed 1 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Jul 2008.
Has the mileage on L4 BOM 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 L4 BOM find?
L4 BOM passed its latest MOT on 23 Jul 2026 with 6 advisories: all suspension is corroded; brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all; exhaust is corroded, and 3 more.

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