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Black · Petrol · 2005 · 3,724 cc

PBM 127MOT history

PBM 127 is a black petrol Mercedes-Benz SL first used on 30 Nov 2005. Its MOT is valid until 16 Mar 2027 and it has passed 18 of 21 MOT tests, with 77,679 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 16 Mar 2027
Mileage
77,679 mi
At MOT on 4 Mar 2026
MOT tests
21
18 passed · 3 failed
Per year
2,110 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
PBM 127
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SL
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,724 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
30 Nov 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

PBM 127 was last recorded at 77,679 miles on 4 Mar 2026, 956 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Feb 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 27 Feb 2018: 64,306 miles, lower than 65,877 miles on 1 Mar 2017.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassMileage went down
Previous MOT
76,723 miles · 28 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
956 miles
Average per year
2,110 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 77,679 miles
  • 2025 – 76,723 miles
  • 2024 – 75,720 miles
  • 2023 – 74,176 miles
  • 2022 – 72,917 miles
  • 2021 – 70,904 miles
  • 2020 – 68,982 miles
  • 2019 – 66,545 miles
  • 2018 – 64,306 miles
  • 2017 – 65,877 miles
  • 2016 – 60,114 miles
  • 2015 – 58,012 miles
  • 2014 – 55,724 miles
  • 2013 – 53,398 miles
  • 2012 – 51,044 miles
  • 2011 – 48,732 miles
  • 2010 – 45,247 miles
  • 2009 – 41,884 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass77,679 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

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 Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

21 tests since 17 Mar 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass77,679 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    77,679 miles
    Test number
    132605622326

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail77,679 miles (+956)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,679 miles
    Test number
    305050270479
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both side (3.4 (b) (ii))
  3. Pass76,723 miles (+1,003)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    76,723 miles
    Test number
    807783706082
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  4. Pass75,720 miles (+1,544)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    75,720 miles
    Test number
    924330506833

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass74,176 miles (+1,259)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    74,176 miles
    Test number
    517543844771

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass72,917 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    72,917 miles
    Test number
    850717864510

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail72,917 miles (+2,013)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,917 miles
    Test number
    134515734724
    • MajorFront Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
  8. Pass70,904 miles (+1,922)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    70,904 miles
    Test number
    736817790259

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass68,982 miles (+2,437)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    68,982 miles
    Test number
    539635737286

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass66,545 miles (+2,239)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    66,545 miles
    Test number
    371136503641
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  11. Pass64,306 miles (-1,571)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    64,306 miles
    Test number
    338251389019

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass65,877 miles (+5,763)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    65,877 miles
    Test number
    757879103072
    • 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. Pass60,114 miles (+2,102)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    60,114 miles
    Test number
    101616394322

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass58,012 miles (+2,288)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    58,012 miles
    Test number
    207284655089
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  15. Pass55,724 miles2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    55,724 miles
    Test number
    185916164434
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  16. Fail55,724 miles (+2,326)2 repaired2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,724 miles
    Test number
    289856464017
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  17. Pass53,398 miles (+2,354)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    53,398 miles
    Test number
    219937953006
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  18. Pass51,044 miles (+2,312)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    51,044 miles
    Test number
    457158452034

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass48,732 miles (+3,485)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    48,732 miles
    Test number
    188026361483

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass45,247 miles (+3,363)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    45,247 miles
    Test number
    132760460496

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass41,884 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    41,884 miles
    Test number
    393926179087

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about PBM 127

What vehicle is registration PBM 127 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show PBM 127 on a black petrol Mercedes-Benz SL first used on 30 Nov 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 PBM 127 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on PBM 127 is valid until 16 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on PBM 127?
The MOT on PBM 127 is valid until 16 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has PBM 127 done?
PBM 127 was recorded at 77,679 miles at its MOT on 4 Mar 2026, an average of 2,110 miles a year.
Has PBM 127 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. PBM 127 has failed 3 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on PBM 127 ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 27 Feb 2018. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on PBM 127 find?
PBM 127 passed its latest MOT on 4 Mar 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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