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Mercedes-Benz SL

Red · Petrol · 2007 · 3,498 cc

M5 MABMOT history

M5 MAB is a red petrol Mercedes-Benz SL first used on 26 Jul 2007. Its MOT is valid until 7 May 2027 and it has passed 12 of 14 MOT tests, with 19,550 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 7 May 2027
Mileage
19,550 mi
At MOT on 7 May 2026
MOT tests
14
12 passed · 2 failed
Per year
927 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
M5 MAB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SL
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,498 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
26 Jul 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 May 2027
Latest MOT test
7 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

M5 MAB was last recorded at 19,550 miles on 7 May 2026, 91 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 May 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
19,459 miles · 6 May 2026
Between the last two tests
91 miles
Average per year
927 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 19,550 miles
  • 2025 – 18,312 miles
  • 2019 – 17,451 miles
  • 2018 – 16,423 miles
  • 2017 – 16,105 miles
  • 2016 – 14,178 miles
  • 2015 – 13,147 miles
  • 2014 – 10,854 miles
  • 2013 – 9,743 miles
  • 2012 – 7,795 miles
  • 2011 – 6,814 miles
  • 2010 – 4,869 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass19,550 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

14 tests since 6 Jul 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass19,550 miles (+91)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2027
    Odometer
    19,550 miles
    Test number
    979196274941
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  2. Fail19,459 miles (+1,147)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,459 miles
    Test number
    423458415778
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge poor (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  3. Pass18,312 miles (+861)
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2026
    Odometer
    18,312 miles
    Test number
    261502612577

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass17,451 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    17,451 miles
    Test number
    339591243267
    • AdvisoryFront tyres worn
  5. Fail17,451 miles (+1,028)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    17,451 miles
    Test number
    844255323916
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryFront tyres worn
  6. Pass16,423 miles (+318)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    16,423 miles
    Test number
    680896276479

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass16,105 miles (+1,927)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    16,105 miles
    Test number
    557182665656
    • AdvisoryFront tyres wearing on edges
  8. Pass14,178 miles (+1,031)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    14,178 miles
    Test number
    341893492344

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass13,147 miles (+2,293)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    13,147 miles
    Test number
    416975595100

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass10,854 miles (+1,111)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    10,854 miles
    Test number
    255628684152

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass9,743 miles (+1,948)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    9,743 miles
    Test number
    269536383407
    • NoteDeep cut in Nearside Rear tyre
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  12. Pass7,795 miles (+981)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    7,795 miles
    Test number
    855203992102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass6,814 miles (+1,945)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    6,814 miles
    Test number
    268166181472

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass4,869 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    4,869 miles
    Test number
    283177880174

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about M5 MAB

Does M5 MAB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on M5 MAB is valid until 7 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on M5 MAB?
The MOT on M5 MAB is valid until 7 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has M5 MAB done?
M5 MAB was recorded at 19,550 miles at its MOT on 7 May 2026, an average of 927 miles a year.
Has M5 MAB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. M5 MAB has failed 2 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 6 May 2026.
Has the mileage on M5 MAB 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 M5 MAB find?
M5 MAB passed its latest MOT on 7 May 2026 with 2 advisories: offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; parking brake efficiency only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair..

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