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Mercedes-Benz SL

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 3,199 cc

T938 BWOMOT history

T938 BWO is a blue petrol Mercedes-Benz SL first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 11 Jan 2027 and it has passed 20 of 25 MOT tests, with 90,129 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 11 Jan 2027
Mileage
90,129 mi
At MOT on 12 Jan 2026
MOT tests
25
20 passed · 5 failed
Per year
2,715 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T938 BWO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SL
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,199 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T938 BWO was last recorded at 90,129 miles on 12 Jan 2026, 91 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
90,038 miles · 26 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
91 miles
Average per year
2,715 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 90,129 miles
  • 2025 – 90,038 miles
  • 2024 – 88,637 miles
  • 2023 – 86,523 miles
  • 2022 – 84,238 miles
  • 2021 – 82,200 miles
  • 2020 – 80,295 miles
  • 2019 – 77,117 miles
  • 2018 – 74,408 miles
  • 2017 – 69,992 miles
  • 2016 – 66,412 miles
  • 2015 – 61,623 miles
  • 2014 – 59,885 miles
  • 2013 – 56,774 miles
  • 2012 – 54,003 miles
  • 2011 – 50,728 miles
  • 2010 – 48,295 miles
  • 2009 – 45,658 miles
  • 2008 – 43,171 miles
  • 2007 – 40,316 miles
  • 2006 – 36,610 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass90,129 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

  • Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2012

  • Nearside Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass90,129 miles (+91)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    90,129 miles
    Test number
    960398982453
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail90,038 miles (+1,401)2 dangerous5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,038 miles
    Test number
    244660640778
    • DangerousCentral Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture (1.1.11 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both side (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass88,637 miles (+176)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    88,637 miles
    Test number
    691394600820
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  4. Fail88,461 miles (+1,938)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,461 miles
    Test number
    973054131816
    • MajorFront Drag link end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt both side (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

  5. Pass86,523 miles (+2,285)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    86,523 miles
    Test number
    855081781326
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass84,238 miles (+2,038)
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    84,238 miles
    Test number
    127675202671

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass82,200 miles (+1,905)
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    82,200 miles
    Test number
    855136558602

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass80,295 miles (+3,178)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    80,295 miles
    Test number
    381019631460
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass77,117 miles (+2,709)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    77,117 miles
    Test number
    397942267050
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass74,408 miles (+4,416)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    74,408 miles
    Test number
    155033598472

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass69,992 miles (+3,580)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    69,992 miles
    Test number
    211544935408
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  12. Pass66,412 miles (+4,789)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    66,412 miles
    Test number
    186675521991

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass61,623 miles (+1,738)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    61,623 miles
    Test number
    778823815159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass59,885 miles (+3,111)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2015
    Odometer
    59,885 miles
    Test number
    268087944194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass56,774 miles (+2,771)
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2014
    Odometer
    56,774 miles
    Test number
    719263213103

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass54,003 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2013
    Odometer
    54,003 miles
    Test number
    819154822134
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteAdditional stop lamp inop.

  17. Fail54,003 miles (+3,275)2 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,003 miles
    Test number
    649863922137
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureUpper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  18. Pass50,728 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2012
    Odometer
    50,728 miles
    Test number
    645866721157
    • AdvisoryNearside Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  19. Fail50,728 miles (+2,433)4 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,728 miles
    Test number
    467903121113
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailurePower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking from a joint (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  20. Pass48,295 miles (+2,637)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    48,295 miles
    Test number
    711980210117
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • 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)
    • NoteFront number plate starting to delaminate
    • NoteSteering box weeping

  21. Pass45,658 miles (+48)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    45,658 miles
    Test number
    560501119189

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail45,610 miles (+2,439)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,610 miles
    Test number
    414916589018
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)

  23. Pass43,171 miles (+2,855)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    43,171 miles
    Test number
    270868108439

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass40,316 miles (+3,706)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    40,316 miles
    Test number
    251337307403

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass36,610 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    36,610 miles
    Test number
    270497716490

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T938 BWO

Does T938 BWO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T938 BWO is valid until 11 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on T938 BWO?
The MOT on T938 BWO is valid until 11 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T938 BWO done?
T938 BWO was recorded at 90,129 miles at its MOT on 12 Jan 2026, an average of 2,715 miles a year.
Has T938 BWO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T938 BWO has failed 5 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on T938 BWO 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 T938 BWO find?
T938 BWO passed its latest MOT on 12 Jan 2026 with 6 advisories: front service brake fluctuating, but not excessively; nearside front direction indicator slightly discoloured; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 3 more.

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