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Mercedes-Benz SL

Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 3,724 cc

V20 JDDMOT history

V20 JDD is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz SL first used on 1 Sept 2003. Its MOT is valid until 14 Jun 2027 and it has passed 19 of 22 MOT tests, with 116,021 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Jun 2026.

V20 JDD silver 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 14 Jun 2027
Mileage
116,021 mi
At MOT on 15 Jun 2026
MOT tests
22
19 passed · 3 failed
Per year
5,270 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V20 JDD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SL
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,724 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
1 Sept 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V20 JDD was last recorded at 116,021 miles on 15 Jun 2026, 6,145 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
109,876 miles · 31 May 2025
Between the last two tests
6,145 miles
Average per year
5,270 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 116,021 miles
  • 2025 – 109,876 miles
  • 2024 – 102,706 miles
  • 2023 – 96,974 miles
  • 2021 – 94,044 miles
  • 2020 – 87,201 miles
  • 2019 – 74,890 miles
  • 2018 – 61,037 miles
  • 2017 – 56,652 miles
  • 2016 – 52,512 miles
  • 2015 – 47,362 miles
  • 2013 – 42,802 miles
  • 2012 – 40,204 miles
  • 2011 – 37,127 miles
  • 2010 – 33,862 miles
  • 2009 – 28,683 miles
  • 2008 – 22,132 miles
  • 2007 – 16,391 miles
  • 2006 – 11,499 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass116,021 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorFront Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

22 tests since 15 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass116,021 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    116,021 miles
    Test number
    117286726802
    • MinorFront Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  2. Fail116,021 miles (+6,145)3 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,021 miles
    Test number
    504124534642
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorFront Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  3. Pass109,876 miles (+7,170)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    109,876 miles
    Test number
    312677298902
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  4. Pass102,706 miles (+5,732)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    102,706 miles
    Test number
    231720908619
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  5. Pass96,974 miles (+2,930)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    96,974 miles
    Test number
    156382695304

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass94,044 miles (+6,843)
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    94,044 miles
    Test number
    218491993985

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass87,201 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    87,201 miles
    Test number
    110280511522
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  8. Fail87,201 miles (+12,311)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,201 miles
    Test number
    929101194765
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  9. Pass74,890 miles (+13,853)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    74,890 miles
    Test number
    626065621424
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryBot rear wheel arch's corroded
  10. Pass61,037 miles (+4,385)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    61,037 miles
    Test number
    670466176236
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  11. Pass56,652 miles (+4,140)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2018
    Odometer
    56,652 miles
    Test number
    990879577621

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass52,512 miles (+5,150)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2017
    Odometer
    52,512 miles
    Test number
    969471743972

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass47,362 miles (+4,560)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    47,362 miles
    Test number
    676935705042

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass42,802 miles (+2,598)
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    42,802 miles
    Test number
    496232023306

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass40,204 miles (+3,077)
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    40,204 miles
    Test number
    955066242380

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass37,127 miles (+3,265)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    37,127 miles
    Test number
    407229831356
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
  17. Pass33,862 miles (+5,179)
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    33,862 miles
    Test number
    751918930360

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail28,683 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,683 miles
    Test number
    321634169230
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
  19. Pass28,683 miles (+6,551)
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    28,683 miles
    Test number
    842514969219

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass22,132 miles (+5,741)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    22,132 miles
    Test number
    592206868242
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  21. Pass16,391 miles (+4,892)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    16,391 miles
    Test number
    214783347227

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass11,499 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    11,499 miles
    Test number
    324177726230

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V20 JDD

Does V20 JDD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V20 JDD is valid until 14 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on V20 JDD?
The MOT on V20 JDD is valid until 14 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V20 JDD done?
V20 JDD was recorded at 116,021 miles at its MOT on 15 Jun 2026, an average of 5,270 miles a year.
Has V20 JDD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V20 JDD has failed 3 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on V20 JDD 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 V20 JDD find?
V20 JDD passed its latest MOT on 15 Jun 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: front upper anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides; front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both.

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