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Mercedes-Benz SL

Black · Petrol · 2003 · 5,439 cc

V12 JAOMOT history

V12 JAO is a black petrol Mercedes-Benz SL first used on 18 Jun 2003. Its MOT is valid until 3 Jun 2027 and it has passed 20 of 24 MOT tests, with 97,504 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 May 2026.

V12 JAO black Mercedes-Benz Sl – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Mercedes-Benz Sl, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 3 Jun 2027
Mileage
97,504 mi
At MOT on 16 May 2026
MOT tests
24
20 passed · 4 failed
Per year
2,708 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V12 JAO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SL
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
5,439 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
18 Jun 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
16 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V12 JAO was last recorded at 97,504 miles on 16 May 2026, 213 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Jun 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 9 Jan 2008: 27,250 miles, lower than 44,980 miles on 22 Dec 2006.
  • 5 Mar 2012: 81,538 miles, lower than 81,573 miles on 2 Mar 2012.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
97,291 miles · 4 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
213 miles
Average per year
2,708 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 97,504 miles
  • 2025 – 97,291 miles
  • 2024 – 97,145 miles
  • 2023 – 97,058 miles
  • 2021 – 96,893 miles
  • 2020 – 96,852 miles
  • 2018 – 96,841 miles
  • 2017 – 96,720 miles
  • 2016 – 96,537 miles
  • 2015 – 96,129 miles
  • 2014 – 94,963 miles
  • 2013 – 91,415 miles
  • 2012 – 84,033 miles
  • 2011 – 73,454 miles
  • 2009 – 69,148 miles
  • 2008 – 62,442 miles
  • 2006 – 44,980 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass97,504 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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 Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lower rear arm outer bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lower rear arm outer bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

24 tests since 22 Dec 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass97,504 miles (+213)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    97,504 miles
    Test number
    523686277895
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  2. Pass97,291 miles (+7)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    97,291 miles
    Test number
    633134916039
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lower rear arm outer bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lower rear arm outer bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail97,284 miles (+139)1 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,284 miles
    Test number
    695505294142
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Inner and outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Bottom shock mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lower rear arm outer bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lower rear arm outer bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass97,145 miles (+87)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2025
    Odometer
    97,145 miles
    Test number
    313760586524

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass97,058 miles (+165)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2024
    Odometer
    97,058 miles
    Test number
    122309702518
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Lollipop Joint
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  6. Pass96,893 miles (+41)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    96,893 miles
    Test number
    515030230753

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass96,852 miles (+11)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    96,852 miles
    Test number
    466576475879

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass96,841 miles (+121)
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    96,841 miles
    Test number
    108556370311

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass96,720 miles (+183)
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    96,720 miles
    Test number
    874180615145

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass96,537 miles (+408)
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    96,537 miles
    Test number
    134099289793

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass96,129 miles (+1,166)
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    96,129 miles
    Test number
    883369951606

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass94,963 miles (+3,548)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    94,963 miles
    Test number
    218337314327
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  13. Pass91,415 miles (+1,802)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    91,415 miles
    Test number
    477777713480
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  14. Fail89,613 miles (+5,580)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,613 miles
    Test number
    355300423261
    • FailureNearside Front Fluid suspension unit leaking (2.4.D.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

  15. Pass84,033 miles (+2,495)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    84,033 miles
    Test number
    319085702317
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

  16. Pass81,538 miles (-35)
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    81,538 miles
    Test number
    786375862073

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail81,573 miles (+8,119)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,573 miles
    Test number
    765692562024
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  18. Pass73,454 miles (+4,306)
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    73,454 miles
    Test number
    556121441069

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass69,148 miles (+27)
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    69,148 miles
    Test number
    554649209314

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail69,121 miles (+6,679)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,121 miles
    Test number
    230374399255
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  21. Pass62,442 miles (+33,493)
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    62,442 miles
    Test number
    914546798052

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass28,949 miles (+1,699)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    28,949 miles
    Test number
    511657688065

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass27,250 miles (-17,730)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    27,250 miles
    Test number
    560279708088

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass44,980 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    44,980 miles
    Test number
    632026756364

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V12 JAO

Does V12 JAO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V12 JAO is valid until 3 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on V12 JAO?
The MOT on V12 JAO is valid until 3 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V12 JAO done?
V12 JAO was recorded at 97,504 miles at its MOT on 16 May 2026, an average of 2,708 miles a year.
Has V12 JAO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V12 JAO has failed 4 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 19 May 2025.
Has the mileage on V12 JAO ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 2 times, first on 9 Jan 2008. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on V12 JAO find?
V12 JAO passed its latest MOT on 16 May 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front wheel bearing has slight play; offside front wheel bearing has slight play.

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