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Mercedes-Benz SL

Blue · Petrol · 1998 · 3,199 cc

S35 CSFMOT history

S35 CSF is a blue petrol Mercedes-Benz SL first used on 7 Aug 1998. Its MOT expired on 26 Jun 2023 and it has passed 12 of 15 MOT tests, with 65,148 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 May 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 26 Jun 2023
Mileage
65,148 mi
At MOT on 31 May 2022
MOT tests
15
12 passed · 3 failed
Per year
1,259 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S35 CSF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SL
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,199 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
7 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 26 Jun 2023
Latest MOT test
31 May 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

S35 CSF was last recorded at 65,148 miles on 31 May 2022, 598 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Jun 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
64,550 miles · 9 Jun 2021
Between the last two tests
598 miles
Average per year
1,259 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 65,148 miles
  • 2021 – 64,550 miles
  • 2020 – 63,611 miles
  • 2019 – 63,003 miles
  • 2017 – 62,069 miles
  • 2016 – 62,069 miles
  • 2015 – 59,228 miles
  • 2012 – 59,145 miles
  • 2011 – 58,430 miles
  • 2010 – 57,648 miles
  • 2008 – 52,805 miles
  • 2007 – 47,981 miles
  • 2005 – 44,358 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass65,148 miles

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 Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Chassis undersealed

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

15 tests since 25 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass65,148 miles (+598)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    65,148 miles
    Test number
    127850169601

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass64,550 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    64,550 miles
    Test number
    345420488899
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryChassis undersealed
  3. Fail64,550 miles (+939)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,550 miles
    Test number
    338683000166
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryChassis undersealed
  4. Pass63,611 miles (+608)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    63,611 miles
    Test number
    563148826335

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass63,003 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    63,003 miles
    Test number
    899114873550

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail63,003 miles (+934)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,003 miles
    Test number
    369938760795
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions wrong rotation (5.2.3 (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions wrong rotation (5.2.3 (i))
  7. Pass62,069 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    62,069 miles
    Test number
    319276409982
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
  8. Fail62,069 miles (+2,841)9 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,069 miles
    Test number
    959073073070
    • FailureAnti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement both front O bushes (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureBody insecure and dangerous to other road users front bumper (6.1.B.1b)
    • FailureCentral Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureElectrical wiring insecure rear headlamp adjuster (1.9.2a)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
  9. Pass59,228 miles (+83)
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2016
    Odometer
    59,228 miles
    Test number
    728022225187

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass59,145 miles (+715)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    59,145 miles
    Test number
    888693202284

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass58,430 miles (+782)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    58,430 miles
    Test number
    939654201227

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass57,648 miles (+4,843)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    57,648 miles
    Test number
    501423020038

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass52,805 miles (+4,824)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    52,805 miles
    Test number
    582459818039

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass47,981 miles (+3,623)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    47,981 miles
    Test number
    213865227064

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass44,358 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    44,358 miles
    Test number
    653079825353

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S35 CSF

Does S35 CSF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S35 CSF expired on 26 Jun 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S35 CSF?
The MOT on S35 CSF expired on 26 Jun 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S35 CSF done?
S35 CSF was recorded at 65,148 miles at its MOT on 31 May 2022, an average of 1,259 miles a year.
Has S35 CSF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S35 CSF has failed 3 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Jun 2021.
Has the mileage on S35 CSF 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 S35 CSF find?
S35 CSF passed its latest MOT on 31 May 2022 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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