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Mercedes-Benz SL

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 3,200 cc

T5 CJEMOT history

T5 CJE is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz SL first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 23 Apr 2027 and it has passed 22 of 26 MOT tests, with 78,762 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 23 Apr 2027
Mileage
78,762 mi
At MOT on 14 Apr 2026
MOT tests
26
22 passed · 4 failed
Per year
2,394 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T5 CJE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SL
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,200 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T5 CJE was last recorded at 78,762 miles on 14 Apr 2026, 7 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
78,755 miles · 30 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
7 miles
Average per year
2,394 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 78,762 miles
  • 2025 – 78,191 miles
  • 2024 – 77,851 miles
  • 2023 – 77,117 miles
  • 2022 – 75,774 miles
  • 2021 – 74,533 miles
  • 2020 – 73,189 miles
  • 2019 – 72,001 miles
  • 2018 – 70,317 miles
  • 2017 – 68,046 miles
  • 2016 – 66,166 miles
  • 2015 – 63,822 miles
  • 2014 – 61,767 miles
  • 2013 – 59,824 miles
  • 2012 – 57,076 miles
  • 2011 – 51,590 miles
  • 2010 – 48,804 miles
  • 2009 – 45,329 miles
  • 2008 – 41,961 miles
  • 2007 – 35,300 miles
  • 2006 – 30,707 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass78,762 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (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.

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025–2026

Full MOT history

26 tests since 17 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass78,762 miles (+7)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    78,762 miles
    Test number
    130894887059
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Pass78,755 miles (+564)1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    78,755 miles
    Test number
    512326557457
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  3. Pass78,191 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    78,191 miles
    Test number
    614373549596
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to rear underside of vehicle including components

  4. Fail78,191 miles (+340)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,191 miles
    Test number
    234932132074
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to rear underside of vehicle including components

  5. Pass77,851 miles (+734)
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    77,851 miles
    Test number
    910683429905

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass77,117 miles (+1,343)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    77,117 miles
    Test number
    747020087067
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Hydraulic leak, but not excessive power steering pipe (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass75,774 miles (+1,241)
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    75,774 miles
    Test number
    366676263951

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass74,533 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    74,533 miles
    Test number
    633278545919

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail74,533 miles (+1,344)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,533 miles
    Test number
    157024547162
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  10. Pass73,189 miles (+1,188)
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    73,189 miles
    Test number
    383136231985

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass72,001 miles (+1,684)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    72,001 miles
    Test number
    768145600461
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Pass70,317 miles (+2,271)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    70,317 miles
    Test number
    291891301921
    • AdvisorySteering damper slight oil seepage (2.2.C.1f)

  13. Pass68,046 miles (+1,880)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    68,046 miles
    Test number
    503465889332

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass66,166 miles (+2,344)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    66,166 miles
    Test number
    701658352379
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  15. Fail63,822 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,822 miles
    Test number
    378689565061
    • Repaired at testAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

  16. Pass63,822 miles (+2,055)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    63,822 miles
    Test number
    707559965043

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass61,767 miles (+1,943)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    61,767 miles
    Test number
    477757074073
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre cracking in tread
    • NoteOffside and nearside front tyres wearing on outer edge

  18. Pass59,824 miles (+2,748)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    59,824 miles
    Test number
    338685583043

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass57,076 miles (+5,486)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    57,076 miles
    Test number
    107150582492
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  20. Pass51,590 miles (+2,786)
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    51,590 miles
    Test number
    985340261053

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass48,804 miles (+1)1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    48,804 miles
    Test number
    404999170025
    • NoteRust on brake pipes

  22. Fail48,803 miles (+3,474)3 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,803 miles
    Test number
    114227970005
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureFront registration plate letter/figure incomplete (6.3.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteRust on brake pipes

  23. Pass45,329 miles (+3,368)
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    45,329 miles
    Test number
    641809369066

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass41,961 miles (+6,661)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    41,961 miles
    Test number
    890400988022
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • 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)

  25. Pass35,300 miles (+4,593)1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    35,300 miles
    Test number
    251604777087
    • NoteFr pads low

  26. Pass30,707 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    30,707 miles
    Test number
    750586576014

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T5 CJE

Does T5 CJE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T5 CJE is valid until 23 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on T5 CJE?
The MOT on T5 CJE is valid until 23 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T5 CJE done?
T5 CJE was recorded at 78,762 miles at its MOT on 14 Apr 2026, an average of 2,394 miles a year.
Has T5 CJE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T5 CJE has failed 4 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on T5 CJE 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 CJE find?
T5 CJE passed its latest MOT on 14 Apr 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; offside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing, and 1 more.

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