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Mercedes-Benz SL

Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 3,724 cc

LR03 CLVMOT history

LR03 CLV is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz SL first used on 28 Mar 2003. Its MOT expired on 21 Feb 2022 and it has passed 12 of 19 MOT tests, with 162,674 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Oct 2026.

LR03 CLV silver Mercedes-Benz Sl – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 21 Feb 2022
Mileage
162,674 mi
At MOT on 1 Oct 2026
MOT tests
19
12 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,211 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR03 CLV
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
28 Mar 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 21 Feb 2022
Latest MOT test
1 Oct 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

LR03 CLV was last recorded at 162,674 miles on 1 Oct 2026, 2,756 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Feb 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
159,918 miles · 22 Feb 2021
Between the last two tests
2,756 miles
Average per year
5,211 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 162,674 miles
  • 2021 – 159,918 miles
  • 2019 – 154,630 miles
  • 2017 – 150,088 miles
  • 2016 – 136,819 miles
  • 2014 – 128,796 miles
  • 2013 – 121,909 miles
  • 2012 – 116,055 miles
  • 2011 – 105,583 miles
  • 2010 – 95,662 miles
  • 2009 – 83,836 miles
  • 2008 – 70,736 miles
  • 2007 – 60,509 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail162,674 miles
  • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
  • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Outer Direction indicator not working wing mirror (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working sidelight (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
  • MajorOther passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle boot lid. no access from inside (6.2.3 (a))
  • MajorRear Registration plate missing (0.1 (a))
  • MajorRoad wheel fixing missing 1 in every wheel missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorWindscreen washer not working pump (3.5 (a))
  • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
  • MinorStop lamp(s) insecure high level / third level brake light (4.3.1 (c) (i))
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryNearside Front DRL out but car is pre 2018 so not required for mot
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front fog light out but car is pre 2018 so not required for mot
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive around radiator and power steering pump (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. doesnt lock (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryShock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing rubber boot on joint split (5.3.2 (b))

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.

  • Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2008–2011

  • Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2011–2014

Full MOT history

19 tests since 22 Feb 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail162,674 miles (+2,756)10 major3 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,674 miles
    Test number
    600837617819
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Direction indicator not working wing mirror (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working sidelight (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOther passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle boot lid. no access from inside (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorRear Registration plate missing (0.1 (a))
    • MajorRoad wheel fixing missing 1 in every wheel missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working pump (3.5 (a))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorStop lamp(s) insecure high level / third level brake light (4.3.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front DRL out but car is pre 2018 so not required for mot
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front fog light out but car is pre 2018 so not required for mot
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive around radiator and power steering pump (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. doesnt lock (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing rubber boot on joint split (5.3.2 (b))

  2. Pass159,918 miles (+5,288)
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    159,918 miles
    Test number
    466235001665

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass154,630 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    154,630 miles
    Test number
    290243679459
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  4. Fail154,630 miles (+4,542)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,630 miles
    Test number
    528563635597
    • MajorFront Power steering component leaking radiator (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  5. Pass150,088 miles (+13,269)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    150,088 miles
    Test number
    815920869194
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear arm (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear arm (2.4.G.2)

  6. Pass136,819 miles (+8,023)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    136,819 miles
    Test number
    447830141093
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryPlay in inner rack ends

  7. Pass128,796 miles4 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    128,796 miles
    Test number
    216980354385
    • NoteFront tyre treads getting low
    • NoteNearside and offside rear wheel arches corroded
    • NoteSlight play in both front lower ball joints on shock absorbers
    • NoteSlight play in offside front lower ball joint

  8. Fail128,796 miles (+6,887)4 failures8 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,796 miles
    Test number
    498632844325
    • FailureFront Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)
    • NoteBoot won't open
    • NoteNearside and offside rear wheel arches corroded
    • NoteOffside front yre tread gteting low 3/2mm
    • NoteOffside rear tyre close to legal limits 2/1.6mm
    • NoteRear brake pads getting low
    • NoteSlight play in both front lower ball joints on shock absorbers
    • NoteSlight play in offside front lower ball joint
    • NoteSlight travel in foot operated hand brake

  9. Pass121,909 miles (+5,854)
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    121,909 miles
    Test number
    697306033380

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass116,055 miles (+10,472)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    116,055 miles
    Test number
    447138642476
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  11. Pass105,583 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    105,583 miles
    Test number
    137671811353
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteAll brake discs corroded
    • NoteO/s/f tyre wearing uneven on edge

  12. Fail105,583 miles (+9,921)6 failures4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,583 miles
    Test number
    845525401341
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteAll brake discs corroded
    • NoteO/s/f tyre wearing uneven on edge

  13. Pass95,662 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2011
    Odometer
    95,662 miles
    Test number
    372380220106
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteN/s/f & o/s/f control arm bushes deteriorated.

  14. Fail95,662 miles (+11,826)1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,662 miles
    Test number
    614650320155
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteN/s/f & o/s/f control arm bushes deteriorated.

  15. Pass83,836 miles (+115)
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2010
    Odometer
    83,836 miles
    Test number
    674855329135

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail83,721 miles (+12,985)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,721 miles
    Test number
    104147719192
    • FailureNearside Rear Fluid suspension unit leaking (2.4.D.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Fluid suspension unit leaking (2.4.D.2)

  17. Pass70,736 miles (+10,227)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    70,736 miles
    Test number
    424506058086
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOil leak

  18. Pass60,509 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    60,509 miles
    Test number
    164685657444

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail60,505 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,505 miles
    Test number
    190833957078
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Questions about LR03 CLV

Does LR03 CLV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR03 CLV expired on 21 Feb 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR03 CLV?
The MOT on LR03 CLV expired on 21 Feb 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR03 CLV done?
LR03 CLV was recorded at 162,674 miles at its MOT on 1 Oct 2026, an average of 5,211 miles a year.
Has LR03 CLV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR03 CLV has failed 7 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on LR03 CLV 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 LR03 CLV find?
LR03 CLV failed its latest MOT on 1 Oct 2026 with 10 major defects, 3 minor defects and 8 advisories: horn not working; offside front direction indicator not working; offside front headlamp not working on main beam, and 18 more.

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