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Mercedes-Benz SL

Black · Petrol · 2005 · 3,724 cc

PAD 18MOT history

PAD 18 is a black petrol Mercedes-Benz SL first used on 22 Dec 2005. Its MOT is valid until 13 Jan 2027 and it has passed 17 of 21 MOT tests, with 132,726 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 13 Jan 2027
Mileage
132,726 mi
At MOT on 14 Jan 2026
MOT tests
21
17 passed · 4 failed
Per year
5,298 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
PAD 18
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SL
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,724 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
22 Dec 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

PAD 18 was last recorded at 132,726 miles on 14 Jan 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
132,726 miles · 7 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
5,298 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 132,726 miles
  • 2025 – 129,793 miles
  • 2023 – 125,472 miles
  • 2022 – 116,621 miles
  • 2021 – 113,563 miles
  • 2020 – 111,957 miles
  • 2019 – 109,556 miles
  • 2018 – 106,345 miles
  • 2017 – 97,213 miles
  • 2016 – 83,554 miles
  • 2015 – 69,496 miles
  • 2014 – 55,544 miles
  • 2013 – 55,061 miles
  • 2012 – 52,205 miles
  • 2011 – 50,670 miles
  • 2009 – 45,170 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass132,726 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Lower Macpherson strut ball joint has slight play Both front, lower (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre X2Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryUnable to see rear brake pipes due to coversRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2013

Full MOT history

21 tests since 6 Jul 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass132,726 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    132,726 miles
    Test number
    606215334008
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Macpherson strut ball joint has slight play Both front, lower (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre X2
    • AdvisoryUnable to see rear brake pipes due to covers

  2. Fail132,726 miles (+2,933)1 dangerous3 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,726 miles
    Test number
    959200498600
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt webbing significantly weakened cut from edge greater than 2mm (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Macpherson strut ball joint has slight play Both front, lower (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre X2
    • AdvisoryUnable to see rear brake pipes due to covers

  3. Pass129,793 miles (+4,321)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    129,793 miles
    Test number
    348735673774
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre x2
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

  4. Pass125,472 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    125,472 miles
    Test number
    393239155347
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

  5. Fail125,472 miles (+4,598)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,472 miles
    Test number
    824857418159
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

  6. Pass120,874 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    120,874 miles
    Test number
    520870356017
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  7. Fail120,871 miles (+4,250)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,871 miles
    Test number
    950106526565
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  8. Pass116,621 miles (+3,058)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    116,621 miles
    Test number
    986068513114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass113,563 miles (+1,606)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    113,563 miles
    Test number
    636096871675

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass111,957 miles (+2,401)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    111,957 miles
    Test number
    302923907669

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass109,556 miles (+3,211)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    109,556 miles
    Test number
    105881219032

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass106,345 miles (+9,132)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    106,345 miles
    Test number
    941369496892
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and undertrays
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  13. Pass97,213 miles (+13,659)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    97,213 miles
    Test number
    375984823845

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass83,554 miles (+14,058)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    83,554 miles
    Test number
    660093442103
    • AdvisoryO/s/f wheel has slightly damaged rim
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Pass69,496 miles (+13,952)
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    69,496 miles
    Test number
    755410955074

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass55,544 miles (+483)1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    55,544 miles
    Test number
    647027474078
    • NoteFront tyres wearing on inner edge

  17. Pass55,061 miles (+2,856)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2014
    Odometer
    55,061 miles
    Test number
    125321233138
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  18. Pass52,205 miles (+1,535)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    52,205 miles
    Test number
    225210282167
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteO/s/r tyre has damaged on outer side wall

  19. Pass50,670 miles (+5,500)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    50,670 miles
    Test number
    815892161102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass45,170 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    45,170 miles
    Test number
    202528789191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail45,170 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,170 miles
    Test number
    340757789174
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Questions about PAD 18

What vehicle is registration PAD 18 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show PAD 18 on a black petrol Mercedes-Benz SL first used on 22 Dec 2005. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does PAD 18 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on PAD 18 is valid until 13 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on PAD 18?
The MOT on PAD 18 is valid until 13 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has PAD 18 done?
PAD 18 was recorded at 132,726 miles at its MOT on 14 Jan 2026, an average of 5,298 miles a year.
Has PAD 18 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. PAD 18 has failed 4 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on PAD 18 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 PAD 18 find?
PAD 18 passed its latest MOT on 14 Jan 2026 with 8 advisories: front brake pad(s) wearing thin; front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front; front lower macpherson strut ball joint has slight play both front, lower, and 5 more.

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