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Mercedes-Benz SL

Silver · Petrol · 1994 · 4,973 cc

L52 WAMMOT history

L52 WAM is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz SL first used on 19 Jan 1994. Its MOT expired on 7 Apr 2024 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 189,656 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Apr 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 7 Apr 2024
Mileage
189,656 mi
At MOT on 8 Apr 2023
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
5,235 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L52 WAM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SL
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,973 cc
Year of manufacture
1994
First used
19 Jan 1994
MOT status
MOT expired on 7 Apr 2024
Latest MOT test
8 Apr 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

L52 WAM was last recorded at 189,656 miles on 8 Apr 2023, 8 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Jan 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
189,648 miles · 10 Jan 2022
Between the last two tests
8 miles
Average per year
5,235 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 189,656 miles
  • 2022 – 189,648 miles
  • 2021 – 189,361 miles
  • 2019 – 189,297 miles
  • 2018 – 189,006 miles
  • 2017 – 188,988 miles
  • 2016 – 185,990 miles
  • 2015 – 181,893 miles
  • 2014 – 175,877 miles
  • 2013 – 167,747 miles
  • 2012 – 156,982 miles
  • 2011 – 141,072 miles
  • 2010 – 132,595 miles
  • 2009 – 122,699 miles
  • 2007 – 113,455 miles
  • 2006 – 104,109 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass189,656 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (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.

  • Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2009–2014

  • Nearside Front Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Offside Front Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2015

Full MOT history

22 tests since 4 Dec 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass189,656 miles (+8)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    189,656 miles
    Test number
    389776065353
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Pass189,648 miles (+287)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    189,648 miles
    Test number
    181929487731

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass189,361 miles (+64)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    189,361 miles
    Test number
    532545067874

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass189,297 miles (+291)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    189,297 miles
    Test number
    404003565557

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass189,006 miles (+18)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    189,006 miles
    Test number
    910453735216

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass188,988 miles (+2,998)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    188,988 miles
    Test number
    741574632355
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded n/s and o/s (3.6.B.2c)

  7. Pass185,990 miles14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    185,990 miles
    Test number
    701663740639
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust mount corroded through
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement wishbones both sides (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront tyres worn on edges
    • AdvisoryLow effort steering damper
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre worn on inner edge
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded both sides (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear lower suspension link bushes worn
    • AdvisorySlight play in steering idler bush

  8. Fail185,990 miles (+4,097)3 failures14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    185,990 miles
    Test number
    180342993430
    • FailureHeadlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust mount corroded through
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement wishbones both sides (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront tyres worn on edges
    • AdvisoryLow effort steering damper
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre worn on inner edge
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded both sides (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear lower suspension link bushes worn
    • AdvisorySlight play in steering idler bush

  9. Pass181,893 miles20 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    181,893 miles
    Test number
    297567275079
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  10. Fail181,893 miles (+6,016)3 failures18 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    181,893 miles
    Test number
    417544565081
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureSteering damper leaking oil (2.2.C.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  11. Pass175,877 miles10 advisories9 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    175,877 miles
    Test number
    896234264044
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteArch liners fitted
    • NoteCentre exhaust mount missing
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteFront strut top mounts worn
    • NoteNearside front lower ball joint worn
    • NoteSill covers fitted
    • NoteSlight play in steering idler bush
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteVehicle muddy underneath

  12. Fail175,877 miles (+8,130)3 failures13 advisories10 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    175,877 miles
    Test number
    795085444062
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteArch linerd fitted
    • NoteCentre exhaust mount missing
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteFront drain holes blocked
    • NoteNearside front lower ball joint worn
    • NoteNearside rocker cover bolt loose
    • NoteSill covers fitted
    • NoteSlight play in steering idler bushes
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteUnderside muddy

  13. Pass167,747 miles (+260)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    167,747 miles
    Test number
    727843723043
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteCenter exhaust hanger missing
    • NoteRear exhaust rusty

  14. Fail167,487 miles (+10,505)2 failures3 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,487 miles
    Test number
    226397303092
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureSteering box has a significant oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteCentre exhaust hanger missing
    • NoteRear exhaust heavily corroded

  15. Pass156,982 miles3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    156,982 miles
    Test number
    198857512408
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre worn inner edge
    • NoteRear exhaust joints heavily corroded

  16. Fail156,982 miles (+15,910)1 dangerous2 failures3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,982 miles
    Test number
    906856212076
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre worn inner edge
    • NoteRear exhaust joints heavily corroded
    • NoteWiper motor slower than standard

  17. Pass141,072 miles (+8,477)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    141,072 miles
    Test number
    545097411011

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass132,595 miles (+9,896)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    132,595 miles
    Test number
    754108910070
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)
    • NoteNearside front indicator lamp slightly insecure

  19. Pass122,699 miles (+9,244)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    122,699 miles
    Test number
    112639309413
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  20. Pass113,455 miles (+9,346)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    113,455 miles
    Test number
    412585957303
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing on inside edges
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  21. Pass104,109 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    104,109 miles
    Test number
    940955546302

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail104,109 miles1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,109 miles
    Test number
    734778936354
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Questions about L52 WAM

Does L52 WAM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L52 WAM expired on 7 Apr 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L52 WAM?
The MOT on L52 WAM expired on 7 Apr 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L52 WAM done?
L52 WAM was recorded at 189,656 miles at its MOT on 8 Apr 2023, an average of 5,235 miles a year.
Has L52 WAM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L52 WAM has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Mar 2016.
Has the mileage on L52 WAM 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 L52 WAM find?
L52 WAM passed its latest MOT on 8 Apr 2023 with 3 advisories: front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced; rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material.

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