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Mercedes-Benz SL

Silver · Petrol · 2002 · 5,439 cc

S10 SLFMOT history

S10 SLF is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz SL first used on 20 Sept 2002. Its MOT expired on 29 Jun 2025 and it has passed 18 of 20 MOT tests, with 28,792 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 May 2024.

S10 SLF silver Mercedes-Benz Sl – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Mercedes-Benz Sl, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 29 Jun 2025
Mileage
28,792 mi
At MOT on 31 May 2024
MOT tests
20
18 passed · 2 failed
Per year
704 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S10 SLF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SL
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
5,439 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
20 Sept 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 29 Jun 2025
Latest MOT test
31 May 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

S10 SLF was last recorded at 28,792 miles on 31 May 2024, 53 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Jun 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
28,739 miles · 28 Jun 2023
Between the last two tests
53 miles
Average per year
704 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 28,792 miles
  • 2023 – 28,739 miles
  • 2022 – 28,683 miles
  • 2021 – 28,561 miles
  • 2020 – 27,653 miles
  • 2019 – 26,991 miles
  • 2018 – 26,479 miles
  • 2017 – 26,206 miles
  • 2016 – 25,567 miles
  • 2015 – 24,783 miles
  • 2014 – 23,952 miles
  • 2013 – 23,114 miles
  • 2012 – 22,460 miles
  • 2011 – 21,538 miles
  • 2010 – 20,684 miles
  • 2009 – 19,367 miles
  • 2008 – 18,100 miles
  • 2006 – 16,474 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass28,792 miles
  • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022

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.

  • Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2014

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2011

  • Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2010

Full MOT history

20 tests since 4 Dec 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass28,792 miles (+53)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    28,792 miles
    Test number
    520281878300
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  2. Pass28,739 miles (+56)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    28,739 miles
    Test number
    654708520799
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  3. Pass28,683 miles (+122)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    28,683 miles
    Test number
    584817554625
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  4. Pass28,561 miles (+908)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    28,561 miles
    Test number
    656802332984
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted not allowing full inspection
  5. Pass27,653 miles (+662)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    27,653 miles
    Test number
    915551485508
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
  6. Pass26,991 miles (+512)
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    26,991 miles
    Test number
    468084488912

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass26,479 miles (+273)
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    26,479 miles
    Test number
    346590691513

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass26,206 miles (+639)
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    26,206 miles
    Test number
    924224822063

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass25,567 miles (+784)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    25,567 miles
    Test number
    929680919359
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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)
    • AdvisoryNearside front castor arm ball joint dust cover split
    • AdvisoryOffside rear suspension strut oil stains on strut
    • AdvisoryPerish cracks in both front tyres
  10. Pass24,783 miles (+831)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    24,783 miles
    Test number
    188574785489
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteAll 4 brake discs corroded inner face but not affecting efficiency
  11. Pass23,952 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    23,952 miles
    Test number
    279743584043
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteALL brakediscs badly corroded inner faces
  12. Fail23,952 miles (+838)1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,952 miles
    Test number
    396169374062
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteALL brakediscs badly corroded inner faces
  13. Pass23,114 miles (+654)1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    23,114 miles
    Test number
    339191183053
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFront brake discs corroded
    • NoteMinor oil leakage from both rear suspension struts
    • NoteRear brake discs corroded
    • NoteWiper blades poor condition
  14. Pass22,460 miles (+922)3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    22,460 miles
    Test number
    387527782018
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteBoth rear spring strut dampers weeping
    • NoteFront wipers smearing
    • NoteN/s/ caster arm gaiter insecue
  15. Pass21,538 miles (+854)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    21,538 miles
    Test number
    866390091048
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre ON LEGAL LIMIT
  16. Pass20,684 miles (+1,317)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    20,684 miles
    Test number
    782519480062
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  17. Pass19,367 miles (+1,267)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    19,367 miles
    Test number
    773309279036
    • 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)
  18. Pass18,100 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    18,100 miles
    Test number
    833783058049
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  19. Fail18,100 miles (+1,626)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,100 miles
    Test number
    272122858014
    • FailureNearside Front Fluid suspension leaking (2.4.D.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  20. Pass16,474 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    16,474 miles
    Test number
    140118736357

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S10 SLF

Does S10 SLF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S10 SLF expired on 29 Jun 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S10 SLF?
The MOT on S10 SLF expired on 29 Jun 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S10 SLF done?
S10 SLF was recorded at 28,792 miles at its MOT on 31 May 2024, an average of 704 miles a year.
Has S10 SLF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S10 SLF has failed 2 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Mar 2014.
Has the mileage on S10 SLF 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 S10 SLF find?
S10 SLF passed its latest MOT on 31 May 2024 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: offside obligatory mirror slightly damaged; nearside rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil; offside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material.

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