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Mercedes-Benz SL

Silver · Petrol · 2005 · 3,724 cc

SAX 409MOT history

SAX 409 is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz SL first used on 31 May 2005. Its MOT is valid until 6 Jul 2027 and it has passed 20 of 25 MOT tests, with 51,209 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 6 Jul 2027
Mileage
51,209 mi
At MOT on 3 Jul 2026
MOT tests
25
20 passed · 5 failed
Per year
1,994 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
SAX 409
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SL
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,724 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
31 May 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

SAX 409 was last recorded at 51,209 miles on 3 Jul 2026, 2,887 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
48,322 miles · 7 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
2,887 miles
Average per year
1,994 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 51,209 miles
  • 2025 – 48,322 miles
  • 2024 – 47,777 miles
  • 2023 – 47,769 miles
  • 2022 – 47,488 miles
  • 2021 – 46,867 miles
  • 2020 – 45,860 miles
  • 2019 – 44,306 miles
  • 2018 – 42,890 miles
  • 2017 – 41,492 miles
  • 2016 – 40,516 miles
  • 2015 – 38,992 miles
  • 2013 – 36,064 miles
  • 2012 – 33,070 miles
  • 2011 – 28,638 miles
  • 2010 – 24,137 miles
  • 2009 – 20,732 miles
  • 2008 – 15,239 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass51,209 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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.

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2015

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2015

Full MOT history

25 tests since 18 Jun 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass51,209 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    51,209 miles
    Test number
    588909570588
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Fail51,209 miles (+2,887)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,209 miles
    Test number
    844263007419
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass48,322 miles (+545)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    48,322 miles
    Test number
    322405744852

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass47,777 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    47,777 miles
    Test number
    242671764777

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass47,769 miles (+281)
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    47,769 miles
    Test number
    694182031505

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass47,488 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    47,488 miles
    Test number
    903514383796

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail47,488 miles (+621)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,488 miles
    Test number
    603538914713
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  8. Pass46,867 miles (+1,007)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    46,867 miles
    Test number
    925076281729
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass45,860 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    45,860 miles
    Test number
    250620520277
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Fail45,860 miles (+1,554)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,860 miles
    Test number
    386204902969
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass44,306 miles (+1,416)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    44,306 miles
    Test number
    997491005086
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre worn on inner edge

  12. Pass42,890 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    42,890 miles
    Test number
    899651553405
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  13. Fail42,889 miles (+1,397)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,889 miles
    Test number
    765014242263
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  14. Pass41,492 miles (+976)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    41,492 miles
    Test number
    769923514664
    • AdvisoryNearside Front disc poor on inside face
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre cracking on outside

  15. Pass40,516 miles (+597)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    40,516 miles
    Test number
    107278730177
    • AdvisoryEngine bay covers fitted preventing the inspection of some engine bay components
    • AdvisoryUnderside covers fitted preventing the inspection of some underside components

  16. Pass39,919 miles (+927)
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    39,919 miles
    Test number
    208751285884

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass38,992 miles (+2,928)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    38,992 miles
    Test number
    448660235006
    • 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)

  18. Pass36,064 miles (+2,994)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    36,064 miles
    Test number
    849358563120

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass33,070 miles (+4,432)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    33,070 miles
    Test number
    166149832158

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass28,638 miles (+2,270)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    28,638 miles
    Test number
    627733551120

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass26,368 miles (+2,231)1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    26,368 miles
    Test number
    517443531087
    • NoteFront pads low/brake fluid low

  22. Pass24,137 miles (+3,405)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2011
    Odometer
    24,137 miles
    Test number
    270138740479
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn on inner edges and sidewalls damaged

  23. Pass20,732 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    20,732 miles
    Test number
    623821189156

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail20,732 miles (+5,493)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,732 miles
    Test number
    191567279119
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass15,239 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    15,239 miles
    Test number
    824040678180
    • 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)

Questions about SAX 409

What vehicle is registration SAX 409 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show SAX 409 on a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz SL first used on 31 May 2005. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does SAX 409 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on SAX 409 is valid until 6 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on SAX 409?
The MOT on SAX 409 is valid until 6 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has SAX 409 done?
SAX 409 was recorded at 51,209 miles at its MOT on 3 Jul 2026, an average of 1,994 miles a year.
Has SAX 409 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. SAX 409 has failed 5 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on SAX 409 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 SAX 409 find?
SAX 409 passed its latest MOT on 3 Jul 2026 with 1 advisory: nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material.

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