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Mercedes-Benz SL

Black · Petrol · 2003 · 4,966 cc

LX03 TNVMOT history

LX03 TNV is a black petrol Mercedes-Benz SL first used on 1 Mar 2003. Its MOT is valid until 17 Apr 2027 and it has passed 20 of 25 MOT tests, with 54,350 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Apr 2026.

LX03 TNV black 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 17 Apr 2027
Mileage
54,350 mi
At MOT on 18 Apr 2026
MOT tests
25
20 passed · 5 failed
Per year
2,292 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX03 TNV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SL
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,966 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
1 Mar 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
18 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LX03 TNV was last recorded at 54,350 miles on 18 Apr 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
54,350 miles · 15 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
2,292 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 54,350 miles
  • 2023 – 54,349 miles
  • 2022 – 54,066 miles
  • 2021 – 53,529 miles
  • 2020 – 50,939 miles
  • 2019 – 48,608 miles
  • 2018 – 45,942 miles
  • 2017 – 43,353 miles
  • 2016 – 39,838 miles
  • 2015 – 36,051 miles
  • 2014 – 32,412 miles
  • 2013 – 28,551 miles
  • 2012 – 24,268 miles
  • 2011 – 19,662 miles
  • 2010 – 15,654 miles
  • 2009 – 10,290 miles
  • 2008 – 9,601 miles
  • 2007 – 9,252 miles
  • 2006 – 8,155 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass54,350 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021–2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2016

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2012

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass54,350 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    54,350 miles
    Test number
    716293388423

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail54,350 miles (+1)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,350 miles
    Test number
    420488649069
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

  3. Pass54,349 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    54,349 miles
    Test number
    662736265023

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail54,346 miles (+280)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,346 miles
    Test number
    882240620330
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • AdvisoryEngine malfunction light on

  5. Pass54,066 miles (+537)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    54,066 miles
    Test number
    233521102425
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass53,529 miles (+2,590)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    53,529 miles
    Test number
    497221980198
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass50,939 miles (+2,331)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    50,939 miles
    Test number
    919503702147
    • AdvisoryRattle from front part of exhaulst

  8. Pass48,608 miles (+2,666)
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    48,608 miles
    Test number
    398404444132

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass45,942 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    45,942 miles
    Test number
    781347747491

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail45,942 miles (+2,589)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,942 miles
    Test number
    246354498957
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Pass43,353 miles (+3,515)
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    43,353 miles
    Test number
    750441263761

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass39,838 miles (+3,787)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    39,838 miles
    Test number
    653133405242
    • 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)

  13. Pass36,051 miles (+3,639)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    36,051 miles
    Test number
    850919974419
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  14. Pass32,412 miles (+3)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    32,412 miles
    Test number
    996570834205
    • NoteBoth rear tyres slightly worn on inner edges
    • NoteCut in outer wall of offside front tyre, not to cords

  15. Fail32,409 miles (+3,858)1 failure1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,409 miles
    Test number
    386547124277
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres slightly worn on inner edges
    • NoteCut in outer wall of offside front tyre, not to cords

  16. Pass28,551 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    28,551 miles
    Test number
    947314523279
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Fail28,551 miles (+4,283)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,551 miles
    Test number
    459564323274
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Pass24,268 miles (+4,606)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    24,268 miles
    Test number
    965399612233
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  19. Pass19,662 miles (+4,008)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    19,662 miles
    Test number
    725800521202
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm 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 Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteNearside-offside front tyre's worn on outer edge's

  20. Pass15,654 miles (+5,364)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    15,654 miles
    Test number
    274802030268
    • NoteNearside rear tyre worn on inner edge
    • NoteNearside-offside front tyre's worn on inner edge

  21. Pass10,290 miles (+689)
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    10,290 miles
    Test number
    464262039251

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass9,601 miles (+349)1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    9,601 miles
    Test number
    164114118292
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  23. Pass9,252 miles (+98)
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    9,252 miles
    Test number
    810185437245

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass9,154 miles (+999)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    9,154 miles
    Test number
    611581857020

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass8,155 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    8,155 miles
    Test number
    362883356022

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LX03 TNV

Does LX03 TNV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LX03 TNV is valid until 17 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LX03 TNV?
The MOT on LX03 TNV is valid until 17 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LX03 TNV done?
LX03 TNV was recorded at 54,350 miles at its MOT on 18 Apr 2026, an average of 2,292 miles a year.
Has LX03 TNV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX03 TNV has failed 5 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on LX03 TNV 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 LX03 TNV find?
LX03 TNV passed its latest MOT on 18 Apr 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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