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Mercedes-Benz SL

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

S3 NMCMOT history

S3 NMC is a silver and silver petrol Mercedes-Benz SL first used on 1 Aug 1998. Its MOT is valid until 11 Feb 2027 and it has passed 23 of 24 MOT tests, with 60,006 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 11 Feb 2027
Mileage
60,006 mi
At MOT on 10 Feb 2026
MOT tests
24
23 passed · 1 failed
Per year
2,296 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S3 NMC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SL
Colour
Silver and Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,199 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
1 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S3 NMC was last recorded at 60,006 miles on 10 Feb 2026, 4,776 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
55,230 miles · 12 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
4,776 miles
Average per year
2,296 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 60,006 miles
  • 2025 – 55,230 miles
  • 2024 – 48,937 miles
  • 2023 – 48,128 miles
  • 2022 – 43,479 miles
  • 2021 – 39,485 miles
  • 2020 – 34,346 miles
  • 2019 – 30,623 miles
  • 2018 – 30,108 miles
  • 2017 – 29,660 miles
  • 2016 – 26,294 miles
  • 2015 – 25,503 miles
  • 2014 – 22,542 miles
  • 2013 – 20,013 miles
  • 2012 – 18,689 miles
  • 2011 – 15,942 miles
  • 2010 – 15,828 miles
  • 2009 – 15,772 miles
  • 2008 – 15,746 miles
  • 2007 – 15,433 miles
  • 2006 – 14,546 miles
  • 2005 – 12,899 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass60,006 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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 pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Front All direction indicators slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Front tyre has a cut in it

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

24 tests since 4 Aug 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass60,006 miles (+4,776)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    60,006 miles
    Test number
    899447234961
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass55,230 miles (+6,293)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    55,230 miles
    Test number
    560245003292
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge worn close to limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge worn close to limit (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass48,937 miles (+809)
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    48,937 miles
    Test number
    387455583006

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass48,128 miles (+4,649)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    48,128 miles
    Test number
    543734663384
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass43,479 miles (+3,994)
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    43,479 miles
    Test number
    959673335277

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass39,485 miles (+5,139)
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    39,485 miles
    Test number
    886591386949

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass34,346 miles (+3,723)
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    34,346 miles
    Test number
    427972887642

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass30,623 miles (+515)
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    30,623 miles
    Test number
    968638094223

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass30,108 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    30,108 miles
    Test number
    941111981876
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre has a cut in it
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Fail30,108 miles (+448)4 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,108 miles
    Test number
    413970191421
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre has a cut in it
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass29,660 miles (+348)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    29,660 miles
    Test number
    121907955771
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  12. Pass29,312 miles (+3,018)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    29,312 miles
    Test number
    279592799793

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass26,294 miles (+791)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    26,294 miles
    Test number
    692874530385
    • AdvisoryFront wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySlight perishing to fuel cap seal

  14. Pass25,503 miles (+2,961)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    25,503 miles
    Test number
    109053185165
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteSurface rust to Osr brake pipe

  15. Pass22,542 miles (+2,529)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    22,542 miles
    Test number
    256093764190

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass20,013 miles (+1,324)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    20,013 miles
    Test number
    919282983115

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass18,689 miles (+2,747)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    18,689 miles
    Test number
    446617762120

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass15,942 miles (+114)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    15,942 miles
    Test number
    476246181151

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass15,828 miles (+56)
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    15,828 miles
    Test number
    222676120334

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass15,772 miles (+26)
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    15,772 miles
    Test number
    903378489201

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass15,746 miles (+313)
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    15,746 miles
    Test number
    224941188261

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass15,433 miles (+887)
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    15,433 miles
    Test number
    842668547293

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass14,546 miles (+1,647)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    14,546 miles
    Test number
    370607046274

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass12,899 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2006
    Odometer
    12,899 miles
    Test number
    932186715273

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S3 NMC

Does S3 NMC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S3 NMC is valid until 11 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on S3 NMC?
The MOT on S3 NMC is valid until 11 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S3 NMC done?
S3 NMC was recorded at 60,006 miles at its MOT on 10 Feb 2026, an average of 2,296 miles a year.
Has S3 NMC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S3 NMC has failed 1 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Oct 2018.
Has the mileage on S3 NMC 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 S3 NMC find?
S3 NMC passed its latest MOT on 10 Feb 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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