Mercedes-Benz SL
Silver · Petrol · 2002 · 4,966 cc
L8 BBTMOT history
L8 BBT is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz SL first used on 28 Oct 2002. Its MOT is valid until 27 May 2027 and it has passed 21 of 27 MOT tests, with 53,831 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 May 2026.
- MOT
- Valid
- Until 27 May 2027
- Mileage
- 53,831 mi
- At MOT on 28 May 2026
- MOT tests
- 27
- 21 passed · 6 failed
- Per year
- 1,907 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- L8 BBT
- Registration format
- Prefix (1983 to 2001)
- Make
- Mercedes-Benz
- Model
- SL
- Colour
- Silver
- Fuel type
- Petrol
- Engine size
- 4,966 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 2002
- First used
- 28 Oct 2002
- MOT status
- MOT valid until 27 May 2027
- Latest MOT test
- 28 May 2026 (Pass)
Mileage history
L8 BBT was last recorded at 53,831 miles on 28 May 2026, 1,118 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Apr 2025.
- Previous MOT
- 52,713 miles · 22 Apr 2025
- Between the last two tests
- 1,118 miles
- Average per year
- 1,907 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2026 – 53,831 miles
- 2025 – 52,713 miles
- 2024 – 50,810 miles
- 2023 – 49,323 miles
- 2022 – 48,993 miles
- 2021 – 48,554 miles
- 2020 – 47,180 miles
- 2019 – 44,407 miles
- 2018 – 43,142 miles
- 2016 – 40,269 miles
- 2015 – 37,007 miles
- 2014 – 33,047 miles
- 2013 – 30,408 miles
- 2012 – 29,554 miles
- 2011 – 28,841 miles
- 2010 – 27,921 miles
- 2009 – 26,620 miles
- 2008 – 25,180 miles
- 2007 – 22,190 miles
- 2006 – 18,580 miles
- 2005 – 14,545 miles
What the latest MOT found
Pass53,831 miles
No defects or advisories were recorded.
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 Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material
Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2024
Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material
Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2024
Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play
Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024
Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play
Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024
Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning
Minor2 MOTs, 2024
Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2018
Full MOT history
27 tests since 19 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass53,831 miles (+1,118)
- MOT expiry
- 27 May 2027
- Odometer
- 53,831 miles
- Test number
- 362738575316
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass52,713 miles (+1,903)1 minor
- MOT expiry
- 18 May 2026
- Odometer
- 52,713 miles
- Test number
- 391081656425
- MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
Pass50,810 miles (+1)1 minor2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 18 May 2025
- Odometer
- 50,810 miles
- Test number
- 900433302220
- MinorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Fail50,809 miles (+1,486)2 dangerous4 major1 minor5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 50,809 miles
- Test number
- 743729973054
- DangerousFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (ii))
- DangerousNearside Front Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) likely to become detached (4.3.1 (c) (ii))
- MajorOffside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
- MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
- MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
- MinorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front mirror glass cracked
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Pass49,323 miles (+330)1 minor6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 18 May 2024
- Odometer
- 49,323 miles
- Test number
- 194278880445
- MinorCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryAdjuster /lever on o/s/r suspension arm broken
- AdvisoryHeadlight washers inop
Pass48,993 miles (+439)
- MOT expiry
- 18 May 2023
- Odometer
- 48,993 miles
- Test number
- 308456509446
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass48,554 miles (+1,374)4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 19 Apr 2022
- Odometer
- 48,554 miles
- Test number
- 681431655111
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
Pass47,180 miles (+2,773)4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 19 Apr 2021
- Odometer
- 47,180 miles
- Test number
- 380723460964
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryPlastic sill covers fitted n/s and o/s
- AdvisoryPlastic trays covering underbody
Pass44,407 miles (+1)
- MOT expiry
- 3 Oct 2020
- Odometer
- 44,407 miles
- Test number
- 816332157000
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail44,406 miles (+1,264)2 dangerous
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 44,406 miles
- Test number
- 297302078350
- DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Pass43,142 miles6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 1 Jan 2019
- Odometer
- 43,142 miles
- Test number
- 892649653426
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Fail43,140 miles (+2,871)1 failure1 repaired5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 43,140 miles
- Test number
- 329958148692
- FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Pass40,269 miles3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 21 Nov 2017
- Odometer
- 40,269 miles
- Test number
- 651850684993
- AdvisoryFront Tyres Cracking
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Fail40,269 miles (+3,262)1 repaired3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 40,269 miles
- Test number
- 295712905358
- Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
- AdvisoryFront Tyres Cracking
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Pass37,007 miles
- MOT expiry
- 3 Nov 2016
- Odometer
- 37,007 miles
- Test number
- 940266065343
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail37,007 miles (+3,960)1 failure
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 37,007 miles
- Test number
- 741511515723
- FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
Pass33,047 miles (+2,639)
- MOT expiry
- 28 Oct 2015
- Odometer
- 33,047 miles
- Test number
- 278827994284
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass30,408 miles (+854)
- MOT expiry
- 28 Oct 2014
- Odometer
- 30,408 miles
- Test number
- 949416093263
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass29,554 miles (+713)
- MOT expiry
- 28 Oct 2013
- Odometer
- 29,554 miles
- Test number
- 778436192285
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass28,841 miles (+920)
- MOT expiry
- 28 Oct 2012
- Odometer
- 28,841 miles
- Test number
- 696304991234
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass27,921 miles (+1,301)
- MOT expiry
- 28 Oct 2011
- Odometer
- 27,921 miles
- Test number
- 142463090285
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass26,620 miles (+1,440)
- MOT expiry
- 28 Oct 2010
- Odometer
- 26,620 miles
- Test number
- 954302999279
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass25,180 miles (+2,990)
- MOT expiry
- 28 Oct 2009
- Odometer
- 25,180 miles
- Test number
- 503024698225
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass22,190 miles
- MOT expiry
- 28 Oct 2008
- Odometer
- 22,190 miles
- Test number
- 373285997209
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail22,186 miles (+3,606)3 failures
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 22,186 miles
- Test number
- 170015697219
- FailureRegistration plate not displaying a BSAU 145d marking (6.3.3b)
- FailureRegistration plate not displaying the name of the supplying outlet (6.3.3a)
- FailureRegistration plate not displaying the postcode of the supplying outlet (6.3.3a)
Pass18,580 miles (+4,035)
- MOT expiry
- 28 Oct 2007
- Odometer
- 18,580 miles
- Test number
- 791728996239
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass14,545 miles
- MOT expiry
- 28 Oct 2006
- Odometer
- 14,545 miles
- Test number
- 362172795206
No defects or advisories recorded.
Questions about L8 BBT
- Does L8 BBT currently have a valid MOT?
- Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L8 BBT is valid until 27 May 2027.
- When is the MOT due on L8 BBT?
- The MOT on L8 BBT is valid until 27 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
- What mileage has L8 BBT done?
- L8 BBT was recorded at 53,831 miles at its MOT on 28 May 2026, an average of 1,907 miles a year.
- Has L8 BBT ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. L8 BBT has failed 6 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Apr 2024.
- Has the mileage on L8 BBT 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 L8 BBT find?
- L8 BBT passed its latest MOT on 28 May 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.
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