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Mercedes-Benz SL

Blue · Petrol · 1995 · 3,199 cc

N225 BHEMOT history

N225 BHE is a blue petrol Mercedes-Benz SL first used on 21 Aug 1995. Its MOT is valid until 13 Dec 2026 and it has passed 18 of 24 MOT tests, with 104,528 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 13 Dec 2026
Mileage
104,528 mi
At MOT on 14 Dec 2025
MOT tests
24
18 passed · 6 failed
Per year
1,104 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
N225 BHE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SL
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,199 cc
Year of manufacture
1995
First used
21 Aug 1995
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
14 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

N225 BHE was last recorded at 104,528 miles on 14 Dec 2025, 73 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
104,455 miles · 11 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
73 miles
Average per year
1,104 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 104,528 miles
  • 2024 – 104,455 miles
  • 2023 – 104,132 miles
  • 2022 – 103,648 miles
  • 2021 – 103,512 miles
  • 2020 – 102,422 miles
  • 2019 – 100,518 miles
  • 2018 – 98,786 miles
  • 2017 – 98,220 miles
  • 2016 – 97,077 miles
  • 2015 – 94,849 miles
  • 2014 – 93,701 miles
  • 2012 – 92,657 miles
  • 2011 – 91,440 miles
  • 2010 – 89,168 miles
  • 2008 – 86,777 miles
  • 2007 – 85,526 miles
  • 2006 – 82,548 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass104,528 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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 Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

24 tests since 18 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass104,528 miles (+73)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    104,528 miles
    Test number
    822379004265
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass104,455 miles (+323)
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    104,455 miles
    Test number
    850244395998

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass104,132 miles (+484)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    104,132 miles
    Test number
    437365007999

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass103,648 miles (+136)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    103,648 miles
    Test number
    672738137723
    • AdvisoryOffside Front damage to wing but no sharp areas
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced under body and multiple suspension corroded but not effecting the strengh and no sharp objects (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Pass103,512 miles (+1,090)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    103,512 miles
    Test number
    709721432308
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both side (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both side (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass102,422 miles (+1,904)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    102,422 miles
    Test number
    799748545958
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass100,518 miles (+1,732)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    100,518 miles
    Test number
    614542489993
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass98,786 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    98,786 miles
    Test number
    252155530064
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentre silencer corroded
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted

  9. Fail98,785 miles (+565)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,785 miles
    Test number
    772207371330
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentre silencer corroded
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted

  10. Pass98,220 miles (+1,143)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    98,220 miles
    Test number
    273561169385

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass97,077 miles (+2,228)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    97,077 miles
    Test number
    305553425057

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass94,849 miles (+72)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    94,849 miles
    Test number
    166029085429

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail94,777 miles (+1,076)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,777 miles
    Test number
    326646755044
    • FailureFront Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureHazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  14. Pass93,701 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    93,701 miles
    Test number
    125002224473

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail93,701 miles (+1,044)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,701 miles
    Test number
    366822524062
    • Repaired at testHazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

  16. Fail92,657 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,657 miles
    Test number
    877396242323
    • Repaired at testHazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)
    • NoteOnly one front fog light working

  17. Pass92,657 miles (+1,217)1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    92,657 miles
    Test number
    969276842344
    • NoteOnly one front fog light working

  18. Fail91,440 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,440 miles
    Test number
    426839631394
    • Repaired at testBody insecure and dangerous to other road users (6.1.B.1b)

  19. Pass91,440 miles (+2,272)
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    91,440 miles
    Test number
    947689531358

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass89,168 miles (+2,391)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    89,168 miles
    Test number
    211956260499

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass86,777 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    86,777 miles
    Test number
    881270778033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail86,777 miles (+1,251)2 failures3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,777 miles
    Test number
    523064568052
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteFront wiper blade slightly deteriated
    • NoteNearside rear and offside rear brake hose ferrules slightly corroded

  23. Pass85,526 miles (+2,978)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    85,526 miles
    Test number
    163325717012

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass82,548 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    82,548 miles
    Test number
    433748716007
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteRight front tyre worn to 1.6mm at inside edge.

Questions about N225 BHE

Does N225 BHE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on N225 BHE is valid until 13 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on N225 BHE?
The MOT on N225 BHE is valid until 13 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has N225 BHE done?
N225 BHE was recorded at 104,528 miles at its MOT on 14 Dec 2025, an average of 1,104 miles a year.
Has N225 BHE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. N225 BHE has failed 6 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Aug 2018.
Has the mileage on N225 BHE 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 N225 BHE find?
N225 BHE passed its latest MOT on 14 Dec 2025 with 1 advisory: rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened.

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