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Mercedes-Benz SL

Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 3,724 cc

L5 UEBMOT history

L5 UEB is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz SL first used on 21 May 2003. Its MOT is valid until 25 Apr 2027 and it has passed 20 of 25 MOT tests, with 46,228 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Apr 2026.

L5 UEB silver 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 25 Apr 2027
Mileage
46,228 mi
At MOT on 17 Apr 2026
MOT tests
25
20 passed · 5 failed
Per year
2,148 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L5 UEB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SL
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,724 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
21 May 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L5 UEB was last recorded at 46,228 miles on 17 Apr 2026, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
46,227 miles · 2 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
2,148 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 46,228 miles
  • 2025 – 45,048 miles
  • 2024 – 44,517 miles
  • 2023 – 43,359 miles
  • 2022 – 41,826 miles
  • 2021 – 40,432 miles
  • 2020 – 39,850 miles
  • 2019 – 38,174 miles
  • 2018 – 35,898 miles
  • 2017 – 32,961 miles
  • 2016 – 30,583 miles
  • 2015 – 28,587 miles
  • 2013 – 22,718 miles
  • 2012 – 21,831 miles
  • 2011 – 18,884 miles
  • 2010 – 16,098 miles
  • 2009 – 13,612 miles
  • 2008 – 10,771 miles
  • 2007 – 7,876 miles
  • 2006 – 3,597 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass46,228 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn spherical joint at bottom of rear hub (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn spherical joint at bottom of rear hub (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded 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.

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2015–2016

Full MOT history

25 tests since 6 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass46,228 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    46,228 miles
    Test number
    431543069850
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn spherical joint at bottom of rear hub (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn spherical joint at bottom of rear hub (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail46,227 miles (+1,179)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,227 miles
    Test number
    853086571937
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn spherical joint at bottom of rear hub (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn spherical joint at bottom of rear hub (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass45,048 miles (+531)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    45,048 miles
    Test number
    313717078863
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  4. Pass44,517 miles (+1,158)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    44,517 miles
    Test number
    499106403439
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  5. Pass43,359 miles (+1,533)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    43,359 miles
    Test number
    293715821163
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  6. Pass41,826 miles (+1,394)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    41,826 miles
    Test number
    176051256740
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  7. Pass40,432 miles (+582)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    40,432 miles
    Test number
    206500794847
    • AdvisoryFront Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides - tyres are 10 years old (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both sides (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play short arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass39,850 miles (+1,676)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    39,850 miles
    Test number
    939838183167
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  9. Pass38,174 miles (+2,276)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    38,174 miles
    Test number
    727457082484
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  10. Pass35,898 miles (+2,937)
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    35,898 miles
    Test number
    638316181979

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass32,961 miles (+2,378)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    32,961 miles
    Test number
    685932480111
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre

  12. Pass30,583 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    30,583 miles
    Test number
    217968291384

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail30,583 miles (+1,996)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,583 miles
    Test number
    979480451388
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  14. Pass28,587 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    28,587 miles
    Test number
    137187775488

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail28,585 miles (+5,867)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,585 miles
    Test number
    748266675063
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  16. Pass22,718 miles (+887)
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    22,718 miles
    Test number
    496066653238

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass21,831 miles (+2,947)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    21,831 miles
    Test number
    745119772188
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteAll 4 tyres perishing

  18. Pass18,884 miles (+2,786)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    18,884 miles
    Test number
    697360461154

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass16,098 miles (+2,486)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    16,098 miles
    Test number
    892548650188

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass13,612 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    13,612 miles
    Test number
    240253659415

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail13,612 miles (+2,841)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    13,612 miles
    Test number
    630523459104
    • Repaired at testFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • Repaired at testRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

  22. Pass10,771 miles (+2,895)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    10,771 miles
    Test number
    860991268131

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass7,876 miles (+4,279)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    7,876 miles
    Test number
    451772677158

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass3,597 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    3,597 miles
    Test number
    281397056487

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail3,571 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    3,571 miles
    Test number
    194797056183
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Questions about L5 UEB

Does L5 UEB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L5 UEB is valid until 25 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on L5 UEB?
The MOT on L5 UEB is valid until 25 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L5 UEB done?
L5 UEB was recorded at 46,228 miles at its MOT on 17 Apr 2026, an average of 2,148 miles a year.
Has L5 UEB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L5 UEB has failed 5 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on L5 UEB 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 L5 UEB find?
L5 UEB passed its latest MOT on 17 Apr 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside rear suspension component pin or bush slightly worn spherical joint at bottom of rear hub; offside rear suspension component pin or bush slightly worn spherical joint at bottom of rear hub.

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