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Mercedes-Benz SL

Green and Black · Petrol · 1999 · 3,199 cc

T5 PAJMOT history

T5 PAJ is a green and black petrol Mercedes-Benz SL first used on 1 May 1999. Its MOT is valid until 1 Oct 2027 and it has passed 12 of 18 MOT tests, with 132,259 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 1 Oct 2027
Mileage
132,259 mi
At MOT on 29 Sept 2026
MOT tests
18
12 passed · 6 failed
Per year
1,167 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T5 PAJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SL
Colour
Green and Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,199 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 May 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
29 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T5 PAJ was last recorded at 132,259 miles on 29 Sept 2026, 243 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
132,016 miles · 25 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
243 miles
Average per year
1,167 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 132,259 miles
  • 2025 – 132,016 miles
  • 2024 – 131,488 miles
  • 2023 – 131,195 miles
  • 2015 – 130,262 miles
  • 2014 – 128,001 miles
  • 2013 – 124,887 miles
  • 2012 – 123,105 miles
  • 2011 – 120,893 miles
  • 2008 – 117,056 miles
  • 2007 – 111,111 miles
  • 2006 – 108,481 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass132,259 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2015

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2012

  • Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2012

Full MOT history

18 tests since 13 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass132,259 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    132,259 miles
    Test number
    856751861195

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail132,259 miles (+243)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,259 miles
    Test number
    157110763812
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  3. Pass132,016 miles (+528)
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    132,016 miles
    Test number
    662531498745

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass131,488 miles (+293)
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    131,488 miles
    Test number
    698169290019

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass131,195 miles (+933)
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    131,195 miles
    Test number
    564507251731

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass130,262 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    130,262 miles
    Test number
    169030753981
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted obscuring some components
    • AdvisoryWiper blade split at tip

  7. Fail130,262 miles (+2,261)1 failure8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,262 miles
    Test number
    425051681598
    • FailureBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted obscuring some components
    • AdvisoryWiper blade split at tip

  8. Pass128,001 miles4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    128,001 miles
    Test number
    645980684242
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteMassive cut in nearside front tyre outer sidewall but no cords showing at time of test!
    • NoteWiper blade split at tips

  9. Fail128,001 miles (+3,114)3 failures4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,001 miles
    Test number
    168640784295
    • FailureBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteMassive cut in nearside front tyre outer sidewall but no cords showing at time of test!
    • NoteWiper blade split at tips

  10. Pass124,887 miles (+114)
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    124,887 miles
    Test number
    327154273480

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail124,773 miles (+1,668)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,773 miles
    Test number
    845270873257
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryCentre Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

  12. Pass123,105 miles (+2,212)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    123,105 miles
    Test number
    598677872258
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  13. Pass120,893 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    120,893 miles
    Test number
    498670181228
    • AdvisoryFront Steering damper slight oil seepage (2.2.C.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  14. Fail120,893 miles (+3,837)2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,893 miles
    Test number
    736649871254
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Steering damper slight oil seepage (2.2.C.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  15. Pass117,056 miles (+5,945)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    117,056 miles
    Test number
    792023078116

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass111,111 miles (+2,630)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    111,111 miles
    Test number
    290578377169

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass108,481 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2007
    Odometer
    108,481 miles
    Test number
    554243536168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail108,476 miles1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,476 miles
    Test number
    630913536152
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about T5 PAJ

Does T5 PAJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T5 PAJ is valid until 1 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on T5 PAJ?
The MOT on T5 PAJ is valid until 1 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T5 PAJ done?
T5 PAJ was recorded at 132,259 miles at its MOT on 29 Sept 2026, an average of 1,167 miles a year.
Has T5 PAJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T5 PAJ has failed 6 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on T5 PAJ 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 PAJ find?
T5 PAJ passed its latest MOT on 29 Sept 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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