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Mercedes-Benz SL

Black · Petrol · 2006 · 5,461 cc

V29 PAHMOT history

V29 PAH is a black petrol Mercedes-Benz SL first used on 28 Jul 2006. Its MOT is valid until 5 Aug 2027 and it has passed 15 of 23 MOT tests, with 109,522 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 5 Aug 2027
Mileage
109,522 mi
At MOT on 6 Aug 2026
MOT tests
23
15 passed · 8 failed
Per year
5,231 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V29 PAH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SL
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
5,461 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
28 Jul 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V29 PAH was last recorded at 109,522 miles on 6 Aug 2026, 2,438 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
107,084 miles · 29 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
2,438 miles
Average per year
5,231 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 109,522 miles
  • 2025 – 107,084 miles
  • 2023 – 106,932 miles
  • 2022 – 102,108 miles
  • 2021 – 100,920 miles
  • 2019 – 97,663 miles
  • 2018 – 87,632 miles
  • 2017 – 84,618 miles
  • 2016 – 78,402 miles
  • 2015 – 68,021 miles
  • 2014 – 64,303 miles
  • 2013 – 47,266 miles
  • 2012 – 39,443 miles
  • 2010 – 30,861 miles
  • 2009 – 20,708 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass109,522 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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 Shock absorber has a slightly worn linkage

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn linkage

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

23 tests since 14 Aug 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass109,522 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    109,522 miles
    Test number
    736547059349
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail109,522 miles (+2,438)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,522 miles
    Test number
    966887493242
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass107,084 miles (+152)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    107,084 miles
    Test number
    923687316575

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail106,932 miles (+4,824)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,932 miles
    Test number
    238554150768
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorWindscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of the road (3.2 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass102,108 miles (+1,188)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    102,108 miles
    Test number
    250428515040
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  6. Pass100,920 miles (+3,257)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    100,920 miles
    Test number
    214646285545

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass97,663 miles (+10,031)
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    97,663 miles
    Test number
    304555882006

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass87,632 miles (+3,014)
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    87,632 miles
    Test number
    156705653323

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass84,618 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    84,618 miles
    Test number
    614802007176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail84,618 miles (+39)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,618 miles
    Test number
    951329044982
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  11. Fail84,579 miles (+6,177)2 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,579 miles
    Test number
    717612706377
    • FailureNearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint PART OF AIRSUSPENSION (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint PART OF AIR SUSPENSION (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Air suspension unit slightly deteriorated (2.4.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear TYRE WORN INNER EDGE 285/30/19Y
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Air suspension unit slightly deteriorated (2.4.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front MIRROR REPEATOR LENS BROKEN
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear SIDEWALL DAMAGE
    • AdvisoryTyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)

  12. Pass78,402 miles (+10,381)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    78,402 miles
    Test number
    222147908401
    • AdvisoryBOTH REAR TYRES WORN INNER EDGES AND CUTS IN TREAD 285/30/19Y

  13. Pass68,021 miles (+15)
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    68,021 miles
    Test number
    189974405234

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail68,006 miles (+3,703)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,006 miles
    Test number
    589179095146
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

  15. Pass64,303 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    64,303 miles
    Test number
    628950834249

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail64,302 miles (+4,150)1 failure2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,302 miles
    Test number
    998734224295
    • FailureSteering lock fails to engage (2.1.4b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass60,152 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    60,152 miles
    Test number
    708205284040

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail60,152 miles (+12,886)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,152 miles
    Test number
    456504884057
    • FailureOffside Rear Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

  19. Pass47,266 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    47,266 miles
    Test number
    189748593017
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn linkage (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn linkage (2.7.4)

  20. Fail47,266 miles (+7,823)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,266 miles
    Test number
    325655893000
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn linkage (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn linkage (2.7.4)

  21. Pass39,443 miles (+8,582)
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    39,443 miles
    Test number
    509998102124

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass30,861 miles (+10,153)
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    30,861 miles
    Test number
    120191120289

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass20,708 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    20,708 miles
    Test number
    593306829207

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V29 PAH

Does V29 PAH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V29 PAH is valid until 5 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on V29 PAH?
The MOT on V29 PAH is valid until 5 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V29 PAH done?
V29 PAH was recorded at 109,522 miles at its MOT on 6 Aug 2026, an average of 5,231 miles a year.
Has V29 PAH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V29 PAH has failed 8 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on V29 PAH 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 V29 PAH find?
V29 PAH passed its latest MOT on 6 Aug 2026 with 4 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; offside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil, and 1 more.

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