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Mercedes-Benz SL

Black · Petrol · 2002 · 3,199 cc

R129 SCPMOT history

R129 SCP is a black petrol Mercedes-Benz SL first used on 31 Dec 2002. Its MOT is valid until 10 May 2027 and it has passed 20 of 24 MOT tests, with 103,513 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 May 2026.

R129 SCP 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 10 May 2027
Mileage
103,513 mi
At MOT on 5 May 2026
MOT tests
24
20 passed · 4 failed
Per year
3,072 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R129 SCP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SL
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,199 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
31 Dec 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 May 2027
Latest MOT test
5 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

R129 SCP was last recorded at 103,513 miles on 5 May 2026, 170 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
103,343 miles · 2 May 2025
Between the last two tests
170 miles
Average per year
3,072 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 103,513 miles
  • 2025 – 103,343 miles
  • 2024 – 103,080 miles
  • 2022 – 102,858 miles
  • 2021 – 102,133 miles
  • 2020 – 98,910 miles
  • 2019 – 98,090 miles
  • 2018 – 96,479 miles
  • 2017 – 90,463 miles
  • 2016 – 87,190 miles
  • 2015 – 83,438 miles
  • 2014 – 79,968 miles
  • 2012 – 74,545 miles
  • 2011 – 69,855 miles
  • 2010 – 65,655 miles
  • 2009 – 60,873 miles
  • 2008 – 54,574 miles
  • 2007 – 48,302 miles
  • 2006 – 42,429 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass103,513 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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 Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

24 tests since 17 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass103,513 miles (+170)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2027
    Odometer
    103,513 miles
    Test number
    378717648555
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass103,343 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2026
    Odometer
    103,343 miles
    Test number
    593804690040
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Fail103,343 miles (+263)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,343 miles
    Test number
    793070435792
    • MajorBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass103,080 miles (+222)
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2025
    Odometer
    103,080 miles
    Test number
    189406089412

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass102,858 miles (+725)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    102,858 miles
    Test number
    723836783096
    • AdvisoryNearside front inner wing corroded but not deemed to be seriously weakend

  6. Pass102,133 miles (+3,223)
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    102,133 miles
    Test number
    585378278506

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass98,910 miles (+820)
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    98,910 miles
    Test number
    597734618587

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass98,090 miles (+1,611)
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    98,090 miles
    Test number
    148663159212

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass96,479 miles (+6)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    96,479 miles
    Test number
    131926717160
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  10. Fail96,473 miles (+6,010)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,473 miles
    Test number
    968587686399
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryO/s bonnet catch not securing in closed position
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  11. Pass90,463 miles (+2,449)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    90,463 miles
    Test number
    957292556066
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust heat shield corroded

  12. Pass88,014 miles (+824)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    88,014 miles
    Test number
    538035840338

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass87,190 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    87,190 miles
    Test number
    531620212307

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail87,190 miles (+3,752)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,190 miles
    Test number
    126918824317
    • FailureCentre Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  15. Pass83,438 miles (+3,470)
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    83,438 miles
    Test number
    365554155021

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass79,968 miles (+13)1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    79,968 miles
    Test number
    407992654079
    • NoteFront near side tyre has side wall damage

  17. Fail79,955 miles (+5,410)4 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,955 miles
    Test number
    979442144037
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront near side tyre has side wall damage

  18. Pass74,545 miles (+4,690)2 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    74,545 miles
    Test number
    316166182143
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteBoth rear tyres are worn on the inner edge
    • NoteOffside front tyre has a small cut in it

  19. Pass69,855 miles (+4,200)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    69,855 miles
    Test number
    416720381134
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres are wearing uneven

  20. Pass65,655 miles (+4,782)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    65,655 miles
    Test number
    634461580153

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass60,873 miles (+6,299)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    60,873 miles
    Test number
    100513789178

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass54,574 miles (+6,272)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    54,574 miles
    Test number
    784755878179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass48,302 miles (+5,873)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    48,302 miles
    Test number
    460195767122

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass42,429 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    42,429 miles
    Test number
    193918266106

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about R129 SCP

Does R129 SCP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on R129 SCP is valid until 10 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on R129 SCP?
The MOT on R129 SCP is valid until 10 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has R129 SCP done?
R129 SCP was recorded at 103,513 miles at its MOT on 5 May 2026, an average of 3,072 miles a year.
Has R129 SCP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R129 SCP has failed 4 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 2 May 2025.
Has the mileage on R129 SCP 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 R129 SCP find?
R129 SCP passed its latest MOT on 5 May 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside rear vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced; rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened.

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