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Mercedes-Benz SL

Blue · Petrol · 2002 · 4,966 cc

S18 FCWMOT history

S18 FCW is a blue petrol Mercedes-Benz SL first used on 4 Apr 2002. Its MOT is valid until 7 Jun 2027 and it has passed 22 of 24 MOT tests, with 92,021 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Jun 2026.

S18 FCW blue 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 7 Jun 2027
Mileage
92,021 mi
At MOT on 4 Jun 2026
MOT tests
24
22 passed · 2 failed
Per year
2,872 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S18 FCW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SL
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,966 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
4 Apr 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S18 FCW was last recorded at 92,021 miles on 4 Jun 2026, 1,184 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
90,837 miles · 15 May 2025
Between the last two tests
1,184 miles
Average per year
2,872 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 92,021 miles
  • 2025 – 90,837 miles
  • 2024 – 88,857 miles
  • 2023 – 86,495 miles
  • 2022 – 84,644 miles
  • 2021 – 83,243 miles
  • 2020 – 79,597 miles
  • 2019 – 76,863 miles
  • 2018 – 75,151 miles
  • 2017 – 73,258 miles
  • 2016 – 71,246 miles
  • 2015 – 69,949 miles
  • 2014 – 69,843 miles
  • 2013 – 65,551 miles
  • 2012 – 62,286 miles
  • 2011 – 59,597 miles
  • 2010 – 55,411 miles
  • 2009 – 51,076 miles
  • 2008 – 45,078 miles
  • 2007 – 44,205 miles
  • 2006 – 36,150 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass92,021 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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.

  • Steering lock not functioning

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022–2024

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass92,021 miles (+1,184)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    92,021 miles
    Test number
    771750988282
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Pass90,837 miles (+1,980)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    90,837 miles
    Test number
    137885715177
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play lift (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play lift (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass88,857 miles (+2,362)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    88,857 miles
    Test number
    323191786354
    • MinorSteering lock not functioning (7.3 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass86,495 miles (+1,851)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    86,495 miles
    Test number
    672697250677
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip drivers side (3.2 (a) (i))

  5. Pass84,644 miles (+1,401)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    84,644 miles
    Test number
    814368374039
    • MinorSteering lock not functioning (7.3 (a))

  6. Pass83,243 miles (+3,646)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    83,243 miles
    Test number
    659486887940
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  7. Pass79,597 miles (+2,734)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    79,597 miles
    Test number
    214462827455
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  8. Pass76,863 miles (+1,712)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    76,863 miles
    Test number
    917090095705
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  9. Pass75,151 miles (+1,893)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    75,151 miles
    Test number
    242045760103
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres starting to perish

  10. Pass73,258 miles (+2,012)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    73,258 miles
    Test number
    265752367414
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  11. Pass71,246 miles (+1,297)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    71,246 miles
    Test number
    547205250310
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass69,949 miles (+106)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    69,949 miles
    Test number
    315255395145

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail69,843 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,843 miles
    Test number
    215704454154
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  14. Pass69,843 miles (+4,292)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    69,843 miles
    Test number
    835734254199

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass65,551 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2014
    Odometer
    65,551 miles
    Test number
    828249243172

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail65,550 miles (+3,264)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,550 miles
    Test number
    408648443166
    • FailureRear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass62,286 miles (+2,689)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    62,286 miles
    Test number
    187875712114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass59,597 miles (+4,186)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    59,597 miles
    Test number
    877638781023

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass55,411 miles (+4,335)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    55,411 miles
    Test number
    381037310158

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass51,076 miles (+5,998)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    51,076 miles
    Test number
    374635509103
    • 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)

  21. Pass45,078 miles (+873)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    45,078 miles
    Test number
    471296088096

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass44,205 miles (+8,055)
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    44,205 miles
    Test number
    912781657394

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass36,150 miles (+2,175)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    36,150 miles
    Test number
    520006276299
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  24. Pass33,975 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    33,975 miles
    Test number
    600627276082

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S18 FCW

Does S18 FCW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S18 FCW is valid until 7 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on S18 FCW?
The MOT on S18 FCW is valid until 7 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S18 FCW done?
S18 FCW was recorded at 92,021 miles at its MOT on 4 Jun 2026, an average of 2,872 miles a year.
Has S18 FCW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S18 FCW has failed 2 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Jun 2014.
Has the mileage on S18 FCW 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 S18 FCW find?
S18 FCW passed its latest MOT on 4 Jun 2026 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; front brake pad(s) wearing thin, and 2 more.

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