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Mercedes-Benz SL

Black · Petrol · 2004 · 3,724 cc

S4 BXWMOT history

S4 BXW is a black petrol Mercedes-Benz SL first used on 5 Mar 2004. Its MOT is valid until 22 Jan 2027 and it has passed 21 of 25 MOT tests, with 119,487 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Jan 2026.

S4 BXW black Mercedes-Benz Sl – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 22 Jan 2027
Mileage
119,487 mi
At MOT on 23 Jan 2026
MOT tests
25
21 passed · 4 failed
Per year
5,124 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S4 BXW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SL
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,724 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
5 Mar 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S4 BXW was last recorded at 119,487 miles on 23 Jan 2026, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
119,485 miles · 20 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
5,124 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 119,487 miles
  • 2025 – 109,948 miles
  • 2024 – 102,672 miles
  • 2023 – 101,839 miles
  • 2022 – 101,418 miles
  • 2021 – 97,722 miles
  • 2019 – 90,925 miles
  • 2018 – 84,654 miles
  • 2017 – 78,798 miles
  • 2016 – 74,057 miles
  • 2015 – 68,917 miles
  • 2014 – 62,411 miles
  • 2013 – 54,347 miles
  • 2012 – 45,959 miles
  • 2011 – 40,978 miles
  • 2010 – 35,498 miles
  • 2009 – 31,642 miles
  • 2008 – 28,781 miles
  • 2007 – 22,770 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass119,487 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All worn (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2010–2016

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2015

Full MOT history

25 tests since 9 Mar 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass119,487 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    119,487 miles
    Test number
    232252426877
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All worn (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  2. Fail119,485 miles (+9,537)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,485 miles
    Test number
    682428685940
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All worn (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  3. Pass109,948 miles (+7,276)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    109,948 miles
    Test number
    812463111937

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass102,672 miles (+833)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    102,672 miles
    Test number
    723230602261

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass101,839 miles (+421)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    101,839 miles
    Test number
    627627517902

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass101,418 miles (+3,696)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    101,418 miles
    Test number
    102275918531

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass97,722 miles (+6,797)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    97,722 miles
    Test number
    111574880500

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass90,925 miles (+6,271)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    90,925 miles
    Test number
    879166064414
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 1x LED inoperative on brake and tail light
  9. Pass84,654 miles (+3,177)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    84,654 miles
    Test number
    390869076251

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass81,477 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    81,477 miles
    Test number
    253186779947

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail81,477 miles (+2,679)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,477 miles
    Test number
    591560516062
    • FailureHeadlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)
  12. Pass78,798 miles (+4,741)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2018
    Odometer
    78,798 miles
    Test number
    227420666687

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass74,057 miles (+5,140)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2017
    Odometer
    74,057 miles
    Test number
    501975799321
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit on 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  14. Pass68,917 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2016
    Odometer
    68,917 miles
    Test number
    106648635140
    • 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)
  15. Fail68,917 miles (+6,506)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,917 miles
    Test number
    736973035186
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • 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)
  16. Pass62,411 miles (+8,064)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2015
    Odometer
    62,411 miles
    Test number
    105337444197
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  17. Pass54,347 miles (+8,388)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2014
    Odometer
    54,347 miles
    Test number
    239270143407
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  18. Pass45,959 miles (+1,413)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    45,959 miles
    Test number
    848468972190

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass44,546 miles (+3,568)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    44,546 miles
    Test number
    748634272085

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass40,978 miles (+5,480)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    40,978 miles
    Test number
    539309561023

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass35,498 miles (+3,856)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    35,498 miles
    Test number
    601599060099
    • 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)
  22. Pass31,642 miles (+2,861)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    31,642 miles
    Test number
    493736379003

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass28,781 miles (+6,011)
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    28,781 miles
    Test number
    562484368040

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass22,770 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    22,770 miles
    Test number
    374131577022

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail22,767 miles1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,767 miles
    Test number
    653938167028
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Questions about S4 BXW

Does S4 BXW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S4 BXW is valid until 22 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on S4 BXW?
The MOT on S4 BXW is valid until 22 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S4 BXW done?
S4 BXW was recorded at 119,487 miles at its MOT on 23 Jan 2026, an average of 5,124 miles a year.
Has S4 BXW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S4 BXW has failed 4 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on S4 BXW 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 S4 BXW find?
S4 BXW passed its latest MOT on 23 Jan 2026 with 1 advisory: brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all worn.

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