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Mercedes-Benz SL

Blue and Blue · Petrol · 1998 · 3,199 cc

S38 CDKMOT history

S38 CDK is a blue and blue petrol Mercedes-Benz SL first used on 7 Aug 1998. Its MOT expired on 7 Jul 2024 and it has passed 17 of 25 MOT tests, with 128,927 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Jul 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 7 Jul 2024
Mileage
128,927 mi
At MOT on 8 Jul 2023
MOT tests
25
17 passed · 8 failed
Per year
3,944 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S38 CDK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SL
Colour
Blue and Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,199 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
7 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 7 Jul 2024
Latest MOT test
8 Jul 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

S38 CDK was last recorded at 128,927 miles on 8 Jul 2023, 1,136 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Apr 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
127,791 miles · 11 Apr 2022
Between the last two tests
1,136 miles
Average per year
3,944 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 128,927 miles
  • 2022 – 127,791 miles
  • 2021 – 126,355 miles
  • 2019 – 125,355 miles
  • 2018 – 124,248 miles
  • 2016 – 123,968 miles
  • 2015 – 121,234 miles
  • 2014 – 117,688 miles
  • 2013 – 114,541 miles
  • 2012 – 112,184 miles
  • 2011 – 108,089 miles
  • 2010 – 100,420 miles
  • 2009 – 94,165 miles
  • 2008 – 87,064 miles
  • 2007 – 76,780 miles
  • 2006 – 64,588 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass128,927 miles
  • AdvisoryUnderbody suspension components corrodedRecorded at 2 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.

  • Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2006–2015

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2012–2015

  • Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2011

  • Offside Rear Tyre tread cracking

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

25 tests since 10 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass128,927 miles (+1,136)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    128,927 miles
    Test number
    604725329938
    • AdvisoryUnderbody suspension components corroded

  2. Pass127,791 miles (+1,436)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    127,791 miles
    Test number
    379699947746
    • AdvisoryUnderbody suspension components corroded

  3. Pass126,355 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    126,355 miles
    Test number
    285691866434

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail126,355 miles (+1,000)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,355 miles
    Test number
    263360518994
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass125,355 miles (+1,107)
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    125,355 miles
    Test number
    250165171468

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass124,248 miles (+280)
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    124,248 miles
    Test number
    940260074802

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass123,968 miles (+2,734)
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    123,968 miles
    Test number
    692315682057

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass121,234 miles (+36)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    121,234 miles
    Test number
    303989221238
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Boot missing officials of shock absorber
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre tread cracking
    • AdvisoryRear Fuel pipe corroded

  9. Fail121,198 miles (+3,510)3 failures8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,198 miles
    Test number
    646541146968
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake back plate(s) securing device missing (3.5.1j)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake back plate(s) securing device loose (3.5.1j)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Boot missing off of shock absorber
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre tread cracking
    • AdvisoryRear Fuel pipe corroded
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle rusty including components

  10. Pass117,688 miles (+3,147)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    117,688 miles
    Test number
    749824514312
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteRear fuel pipes very corroded

  11. Pass114,541 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    114,541 miles
    Test number
    827982103309

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail114,541 miles (+2,357)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,541 miles
    Test number
    229447093239
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

  13. Pass112,184 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    112,184 miles
    Test number
    247683712323

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail112,183 miles (+4,094)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,183 miles
    Test number
    476652912303
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  15. Pass108,089 miles (+1)4 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    108,089 miles
    Test number
    975006401347
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteAirbag light on
    • NoteGearbox leaking oil
    • NoteN/s/r lamp cracked
    • NoteN/s/r tyre getting low

  16. Fail108,088 miles (+7,668)1 dangerous2 failures4 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,088 miles
    Test number
    558285701357
    • DangerousCentre Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)
    • FailureCentre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteAirbag light on
    • NoteGearbox leaking oil
    • NoteN/s/r lamp cracked
    • NoteN/s/r tyre getting low

  17. Pass100,420 miles4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    100,420 miles
    Test number
    130102610398
    • AdvisoryFront Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteFront tyres low on inner edges
    • NoteFuel pipes at fuel tank corroded

  18. Fail100,420 miles (+6,255)2 failures5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,420 miles
    Test number
    403122010410
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryFront Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteFront tyres low on inner edges
    • NoteFuel pipes at fuel tank corroded

  19. Pass94,165 miles (+7,101)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    94,165 miles
    Test number
    251706819320
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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)

  20. Pass87,064 miles (+10,284)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    87,064 miles
    Test number
    443638418409
    • 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)
    • NoteN/s/r tyre has cut un sidewall not deep enough to reach cord or ply

  21. Pass76,780 miles (+346)
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    76,780 miles
    Test number
    144287017383

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail76,434 miles (+11,846)1 dangerous1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,434 miles
    Test number
    352753817331
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass64,588 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    64,588 miles
    Test number
    474114816439

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail64,588 miles (+4,296)4 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,588 miles
    Test number
    451294116335
    • FailureCentre Front Steering damper leaking oil (2.2.C.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • NoteOil leak

  25. Pass60,292 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    60,292 miles
    Test number
    832281546067
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Questions about S38 CDK

Does S38 CDK currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S38 CDK expired on 7 Jul 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S38 CDK?
The MOT on S38 CDK expired on 7 Jul 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S38 CDK done?
S38 CDK was recorded at 128,927 miles at its MOT on 8 Jul 2023, an average of 3,944 miles a year.
Has S38 CDK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S38 CDK has failed 8 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Mar 2021.
Has the mileage on S38 CDK 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 S38 CDK find?
S38 CDK passed its latest MOT on 8 Jul 2023 with 1 advisory: underbody suspension components corroded.

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