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Mercedes-Benz SL

Black · Petrol · 2013 · 3,498 cc

T5 BDNMOT history

T5 BDN is a black petrol Mercedes-Benz SL first used on 15 Jan 2013. Its MOT is valid until 23 Mar 2027 and it has passed 9 of 11 MOT tests, with 31,099 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 23 Mar 2027
Mileage
31,099 mi
At MOT on 24 Mar 2026
MOT tests
11
9 passed · 2 failed
Per year
1,906 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T5 BDN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SL
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,498 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
15 Jan 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T5 BDN was last recorded at 31,099 miles on 24 Mar 2026, 432 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
30,667 miles · 3 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
432 miles
Average per year
1,906 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 31,099 miles
  • 2025 – 30,667 miles
  • 2024 – 29,970 miles
  • 2022 – 27,683 miles
  • 2021 – 22,732 miles
  • 2019 – 19,838 miles
  • 2018 – 16,064 miles
  • 2017 – 13,326 miles
  • 2016 – 11,813 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass31,099 miles
  • MinorNearside Rear Direction indicator with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (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 Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

11 tests since 10 Feb 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass31,099 miles (+432)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    31,099 miles
    Test number
    811843784400
    • MinorNearside Rear Direction indicator with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))
  2. Pass30,667 miles (+697)
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    30,667 miles
    Test number
    973380773944

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass29,970 miles (+2,287)
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    29,970 miles
    Test number
    598929239473

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass27,683 miles (+65)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    27,683 miles
    Test number
    507134196860
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  5. Fail27,618 miles (+4,886)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,618 miles
    Test number
    766062816811
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  6. Pass22,732 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    22,732 miles
    Test number
    353819132575
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
  7. Fail22,732 miles (+2,894)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,732 miles
    Test number
    206510785071
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  8. Pass19,838 miles (+3,774)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    19,838 miles
    Test number
    648484764896
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both Front Tyres Developing Cracks / Cuts & Slight Perishing In Tread & Outer Walls. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  9. Pass16,064 miles (+2,738)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    16,064 miles
    Test number
    893167910901
    • AdvisoryEngine Cover & Engine Under Tray Fitted
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel Been Repaired On Inner Bead
  10. Pass13,326 miles (+1,513)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    13,326 miles
    Test number
    610252522401

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass11,813 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    11,813 miles
    Test number
    511818058919
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre sidewall damaged

Questions about T5 BDN

Does T5 BDN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T5 BDN is valid until 23 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on T5 BDN?
The MOT on T5 BDN is valid until 23 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T5 BDN done?
T5 BDN was recorded at 31,099 miles at its MOT on 24 Mar 2026, an average of 1,906 miles a year.
Has T5 BDN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T5 BDN has failed 2 of its 11 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Aug 2022.
Has the mileage on T5 BDN 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 T5 BDN find?
T5 BDN passed its latest MOT on 24 Mar 2026 with 1 minor defect: nearside rear direction indicator with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning.

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