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Mercedes-Benz SL

Silver · Petrol · 2002 · 4,966 cc

S5 FTOMOT history

S5 FTO is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz SL first used on 3 Apr 2002. Its MOT is valid until 5 Aug 2027 and it has passed 21 of 24 MOT tests, with 89,626 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Aug 2026.

S5 FTO silver Mercedes-Benz Sl – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 5 Aug 2027
Mileage
89,626 mi
At MOT on 6 Aug 2026
MOT tests
24
21 passed · 3 failed
Per year
3,512 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S5 FTO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SL
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,966 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
3 Apr 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S5 FTO was last recorded at 89,626 miles on 6 Aug 2026, 12 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
89,614 miles · 30 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
12 miles
Average per year
3,512 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 89,626 miles
  • 2025 – 89,614 miles
  • 2024 – 85,668 miles
  • 2023 – 85,333 miles
  • 2022 – 84,043 miles
  • 2021 – 82,508 miles
  • 2020 – 80,863 miles
  • 2019 – 79,619 miles
  • 2018 – 78,819 miles
  • 2017 – 72,736 miles
  • 2016 – 51,865 miles
  • 2015 – 44,770 miles
  • 2014 – 36,295 miles
  • 2013 – 34,809 miles
  • 2012 – 33,356 miles
  • 2011 – 31,978 miles
  • 2010 – 28,518 miles
  • 2009 – 24,716 miles
  • 2008 – 23,742 miles
  • 2007 – 21,685 miles
  • 2006 – 18,112 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass89,626 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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 Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2015

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

24 tests since 27 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass89,626 miles (+12)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    89,626 miles
    Test number
    431264940906
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass89,614 miles (+3,946)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    89,614 miles
    Test number
    615846312923
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass85,668 miles (+335)
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2025
    Odometer
    85,668 miles
    Test number
    421875762055

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass85,333 miles (+1,290)
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2024
    Odometer
    85,333 miles
    Test number
    234704190134

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass84,043 miles (+1,535)
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2023
    Odometer
    84,043 miles
    Test number
    811234213373

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass82,508 miles (+1,645)
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2022
    Odometer
    82,508 miles
    Test number
    310208151281

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass80,863 miles (+19)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2021
    Odometer
    80,863 miles
    Test number
    598177950324
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  8. Fail80,844 miles (+1,225)1 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,844 miles
    Test number
    764328583604
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  9. Pass79,619 miles (+800)
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    79,619 miles
    Test number
    185031838252

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass78,819 miles (+6,083)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    78,819 miles
    Test number
    679154388076

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass72,736 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    72,736 miles
    Test number
    179689781495

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail72,736 miles (+20,871)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,736 miles
    Test number
    481389056112
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  13. Pass51,865 miles (+7,095)
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2017
    Odometer
    51,865 miles
    Test number
    679286348056

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass44,770 miles (+8,475)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    44,770 miles
    Test number
    811757476819
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Pass36,295 miles (+1,486)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    36,295 miles
    Test number
    499768114223
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)

  16. Pass34,809 miles (+1,453)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    34,809 miles
    Test number
    509591003204
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)

  17. Pass33,356 miles (+1,378)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    33,356 miles
    Test number
    229396222241
    • 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)
    • NoteSrs light on

  18. Pass31,978 miles (+3,460)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    31,978 miles
    Test number
    658439851155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass28,518 miles (+3,802)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    28,518 miles
    Test number
    922445750181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass24,716 miles (+974)
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    24,716 miles
    Test number
    333576689084

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass23,742 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    23,742 miles
    Test number
    220910408471

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail23,739 miles (+2,054)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,739 miles
    Test number
    153386088480
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Front front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Fluid suspension unit leaking (2.4.D.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  23. Pass21,685 miles (+3,573)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    21,685 miles
    Test number
    574775287068

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass18,112 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    18,112 miles
    Test number
    793776286054

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S5 FTO

Does S5 FTO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S5 FTO is valid until 5 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on S5 FTO?
The MOT on S5 FTO is valid until 5 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S5 FTO done?
S5 FTO was recorded at 89,626 miles at its MOT on 6 Aug 2026, an average of 3,512 miles a year.
Has S5 FTO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S5 FTO has failed 3 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 5 May 2020.
Has the mileage on S5 FTO 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 S5 FTO find?
S5 FTO passed its latest MOT on 6 Aug 2026 with 1 advisory: offside front suspension arm ball joint has slight play.

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