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Mercedes-Benz SL

Black · Petrol · 2004 · 5,513 cc

S3 SNAMOT history

S3 SNA is a black petrol Mercedes-Benz SL first used on 5 Apr 2004. Its MOT is valid until 12 Aug 2027 and it has passed 14 of 19 MOT tests, with 2,174 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Aug 2026.

S3 SNA black Mercedes-Benz Sl – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 12 Aug 2027
Mileage
2,174 mi
At MOT on 14 Feb 2024
MOT tests
19
14 passed · 5 failed
Per year
Not enough data
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Vehicle details

Registration
S3 SNA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SL
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
5,513 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
5 Apr 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S3 SNA was last recorded at 2,174 miles on 14 Feb 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 13 May 2013: 7,344 miles, lower than 72,778 miles on 27 Sept 2010.
  • 14 Feb 2024: 2,174 miles, lower than 7,344 miles on 13 May 2013.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
7,344 miles · 13 May 2013

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 2,174 miles
  • 2013 – 7,344 miles
  • 2010 – 72,778 miles
  • 2009 – 66,292 miles
  • 2008 – 51,238 miles
  • 2007 – 26,783 miles

What the latest MOT found

PassPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated rear arm (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened ALL corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing ALL (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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 Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

19 tests since 28 Feb 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. PassMileage not read1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    914231579265
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated rear arm (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened ALL corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing ALL (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. FailMileage not read1 repaired1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    860243674473
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated rear arm (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened ALL corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing ALL (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass2,174 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    2,174 miles
    Test number
    838846247813
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. PassMileage not read1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    387764855294
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering rack gaiter damp.
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both rear brake hoses slightly perished. (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All four tyres perished and cracking. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. PassMileage not read1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    779725327890
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear brake hoses slightly perished
    • AdvisoryRear tyres slightly perished
    • AdvisoryMalfunctions illuminated on dash

  6. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    407392514564

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. PassMileage not read3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    742950096189
    • AdvisoryBoth front suspension units damp.
    • AdvisoryOil around nearside rack gaiter.
    • AdvisorySlight play present in both front suspension unit lower ball joints.

  8. PassMileage not read1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2015
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    969213244165
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  9. FailMileage not read2 dangerous2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    248162944411
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  10. Pass7,344 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2014
    Odometer
    7,344 miles
    Test number
    738273033174
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  11. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    518671301387

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass72,778 miles (+6,486)
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    72,778 miles
    Test number
    402760170283

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass66,292 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    66,292 miles
    Test number
    992475689218

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail66,292 miles (+15,054)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,292 miles
    Test number
    334650889495
    • FailureNearside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  15. Pass51,238 miles (+24,455)
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    51,238 miles
    Test number
    920071398269

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass26,783 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    26,783 miles
    Test number
    152654377282

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail26,783 miles (+7,278)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,783 miles
    Test number
    341647067217
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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. Pass19,505 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    19,505 miles
    Test number
    104319457402

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail19,505 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,505 miles
    Test number
    933469057031
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Questions about S3 SNA

Does S3 SNA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S3 SNA is valid until 12 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on S3 SNA?
The MOT on S3 SNA is valid until 12 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S3 SNA done?
S3 SNA was recorded at 2,174 miles at its MOT on 14 Feb 2024.
Has S3 SNA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S3 SNA has failed 5 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on S3 SNA ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 2 times, first on 13 May 2013. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on S3 SNA find?
S3 SNA passed its latest MOT on 13 Aug 2026 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: offside front lower suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated rear arm; brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all corroded; offside front nail in tyre, and 2 more.

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