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Mercedes-Benz SL

Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 3,724 cc

LE03 VTWMOT history

LE03 VTW is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz SL first used on 4 Jun 2003. Its MOT expired on 22 Dec 2025 and it has passed 18 of 31 MOT tests, with 162,057 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Mar 2026.

LE03 VTW silver Mercedes-Benz Sl – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Mercedes-Benz Sl, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 22 Dec 2025
Mileage
162,057 mi
At MOT on 24 Mar 2026
MOT tests
31
18 passed · 13 failed
Per year
7,213 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LE03 VTW
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SL
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,724 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
4 Jun 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 Dec 2025
Latest MOT test
24 Mar 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

LE03 VTW was last recorded at 162,057 miles on 24 Mar 2026, 43 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
162,014 miles · 7 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
43 miles
Average per year
7,213 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 162,057 miles
  • 2025 – 161,993 miles
  • 2024 – 157,549 miles
  • 2023 – 152,793 miles
  • 2022 – 147,955 miles
  • 2021 – 130,579 miles
  • 2020 – 116,876 miles
  • 2019 – 108,400 miles
  • 2018 – 95,126 miles
  • 2017 – 83,559 miles
  • 2016 – 74,694 miles
  • 2015 – 65,677 miles
  • 2014 – 54,981 miles
  • 2013 – 50,348 miles
  • 2012 – 45,757 miles
  • 2011 – 42,096 miles
  • 2010 – 37,571 miles
  • 2009 – 31,462 miles
  • 2008 – 25,606 miles
  • 2006 – 22,175 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail162,057 miles
  • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryALL BRAKE DISCS CORRODED
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material FRONT TO REAR (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded FRONT TO BACK
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryUNDER TRAY DAMP WITH OIL

What MOT failures 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.

  • Engine cover fitted

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2017–2020

  • Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2009–2015

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2009–2015

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault

    Major3 MOTs, 2020–2026

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2015

Full MOT history

31 tests since 1 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail162,057 miles (+43)2 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,057 miles
    Test number
    142180017284
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryALL BRAKE DISCS CORRODED
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material FRONT TO REAR (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded FRONT TO BACK
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryUNDER TRAY DAMP WITH OIL

  2. Fail162,014 miles (+21)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,014 miles
    Test number
    124695869448
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Fail161,993 miles (+4,444)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,993 miles
    Test number
    154309163639
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass157,549 miles (+28)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    157,549 miles
    Test number
    591974000458
    • AdvisoryBoth rear wheel arches corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  5. Fail157,521 miles (+4,728)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,521 miles
    Test number
    670107855272
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear wheel arches corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass152,793 miles (+23)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    152,793 miles
    Test number
    913940623672
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear arm inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Badly worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear arm inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Fail152,770 miles (+4,815)2 dangerous4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,770 miles
    Test number
    431061630743
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Rear arm outer ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Rear arm outer ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front arm inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear arm inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Badly worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear arm inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass147,955 miles (+76)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    147,955 miles
    Test number
    170376633224
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn both edges (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Fail147,879 miles (+17,300)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,879 miles
    Test number
    556562289277
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn both edges (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass130,579 miles (+13,703)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    130,579 miles
    Test number
    993082065352
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryTrack rod end ball joint has slight play Both (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  11. Pass116,876 miles (+90)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    116,876 miles
    Test number
    524377177993
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted

  12. Fail116,786 miles (+8,386)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,786 miles
    Test number
    140830881481
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted

  13. Pass108,400 miles (+13,274)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    108,400 miles
    Test number
    799628314702
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted

  14. Pass95,126 miles (+11,567)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    95,126 miles
    Test number
    824827916739
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted

  15. Pass83,559 miles (+8,865)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    83,559 miles
    Test number
    520963371222
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted

  16. Pass74,694 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    74,694 miles
    Test number
    463122525512
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs lipped

  17. Fail74,694 miles (+9,017)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,694 miles
    Test number
    893012925627
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryEngine light on
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs lipped

  18. Pass65,677 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    65,677 miles
    Test number
    270385418118
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint rear (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs worn
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre has nail in
    • AdvisoryRear brake pads 70% worn

  19. Fail65,677 miles (+10,696)2 failures8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,677 miles
    Test number
    302727937273
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt front (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint rear (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs worn
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre has nail in
    • AdvisoryRear brake pads 70% worn

  20. Pass54,981 miles (+4,633)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    54,981 miles
    Test number
    527940644289
    • NoteFront brake discs wearing and lipped unable to measure front brake pads but appear to be above 1.5mm\rear brake discs and pads wearing\front tyres perishing and cracked\
    • NoteRear tyres tread wearing\foot brake appears to be slightly spongey in operation

  21. Pass50,348 miles (+34)1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    50,348 miles
    Test number
    376456953419
    • NoteRear tyres on 2mm tread depth approaching legal limit\rear brake discs wearing\front brake discs and pads wearing\front tyres perishing but no cords seen at time of test\

  22. Fail50,314 miles1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,314 miles
    Test number
    999615753255
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • NoteRear tyres on 2mm tread depth approaching legal limit\rear brake discs wearing\front brake discs and pads wearing\front tyres perishing but no cords seen at time of test\

  23. Fail50,314 miles (+4,557)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,314 miles
    Test number
    866245653221
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

  24. Pass45,757 miles (+3,661)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    45,757 miles
    Test number
    768942202286
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteSlight play n/s/f wheel bearing

  25. Pass42,096 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    42,096 miles
    Test number
    646037401212

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail42,096 miles (+4,525)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,096 miles
    Test number
    516703901204
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

  27. Pass37,571 miles (+351)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    37,571 miles
    Test number
    220998240046
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  28. Fail37,220 miles (+5,758)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,220 miles
    Test number
    640899530000
    • FailureNearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureNearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureOffside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureOffside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  29. Pass31,462 miles (+5,856)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    31,462 miles
    Test number
    272574019067
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  30. Pass25,606 miles (+3,431)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    25,606 miles
    Test number
    394437118059

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass22,175 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    22,175 miles
    Test number
    204465106358

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LE03 VTW

Does LE03 VTW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LE03 VTW expired on 22 Dec 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LE03 VTW?
The MOT on LE03 VTW expired on 22 Dec 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LE03 VTW done?
LE03 VTW was recorded at 162,057 miles at its MOT on 24 Mar 2026, an average of 7,213 miles a year.
Has LE03 VTW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LE03 VTW has failed 13 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on LE03 VTW 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 LE03 VTW find?
LE03 VTW failed its latest MOT on 24 Mar 2026 with 2 major defects, 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: nearside front headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect; offside front headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect; nearside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources, and 6 more.

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