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Mercedes-Benz SL

Grey · Petrol · 2009 · 5,461 cc

V44 DAJMOT history

V44 DAJ is a grey petrol Mercedes-Benz SL first used on 31 Mar 2009. Its MOT is valid until 22 Feb 2027 and it has passed 15 of 20 MOT tests, with 68,273 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 22 Feb 2027
Mileage
68,273 mi
At MOT on 11 Feb 2026
MOT tests
20
15 passed · 5 failed
Per year
2,748 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V44 DAJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SL
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
5,461 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
31 Mar 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
11 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V44 DAJ was last recorded at 68,273 miles on 11 Feb 2026, 1,385 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
66,888 miles · 6 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
1,385 miles
Average per year
2,748 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 68,273 miles
  • 2025 – 66,888 miles
  • 2024 – 66,234 miles
  • 2023 – 65,411 miles
  • 2021 – 64,307 miles
  • 2020 – 62,627 miles
  • 2019 – 59,796 miles
  • 2018 – 56,193 miles
  • 2017 – 53,317 miles
  • 2016 – 51,473 miles
  • 2015 – 47,814 miles
  • 2014 – 45,240 miles
  • 2013 – 40,515 miles
  • 2012 – 30,123 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass68,273 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 Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Ball joint

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn shock absorber pivot

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Offside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn shock absorber pivot

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

20 tests since 26 Mar 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass68,273 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    68,273 miles
    Test number
    239089780976

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail68,273 miles (+1,385)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,273 miles
    Test number
    774385519623
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
  3. Pass66,888 miles (+654)
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    66,888 miles
    Test number
    999148999041

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass66,234 miles (+823)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    66,234 miles
    Test number
    654639386802
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Ball joint (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Ball joint (5.3.2 (c))
  5. Pass65,411 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    65,411 miles
    Test number
    822270846515
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Ball joint (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Ball joint (5.3.2 (c))
  6. Fail65,411 miles (+1,104)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,411 miles
    Test number
    464610004760
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Ball joint (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Ball joint (5.3.2 (c))
  7. Pass64,307 miles (+1,680)
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    64,307 miles
    Test number
    223451495933

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass62,627 miles (+2,831)
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    62,627 miles
    Test number
    460721906911

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass59,796 miles (+3,603)
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    59,796 miles
    Test number
    294513849450

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass56,193 miles (+2,876)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    56,193 miles
    Test number
    233734481681
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Castor (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  11. Pass53,317 miles (+1,844)
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    53,317 miles
    Test number
    983778780458

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass51,473 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    51,473 miles
    Test number
    680888611774
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)
  13. Fail51,473 miles (+3,659)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,473 miles
    Test number
    353654246556
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureFront brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)
  14. Pass47,814 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    47,814 miles
    Test number
    129534108216

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail47,814 miles (+2,574)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,814 miles
    Test number
    727693066853
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
  16. Pass45,240 miles (+4,725)
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    45,240 miles
    Test number
    415939604346

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass40,515 miles (+3,423)
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    40,515 miles
    Test number
    419789713379

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass37,092 miles (+6,969)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    37,092 miles
    Test number
    635525283087

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass30,123 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    30,123 miles
    Test number
    966076382001
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
  20. Fail30,123 miles3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,123 miles
    Test number
    355706882040
    • FailureNearside Inner Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Outer Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Inner Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Questions about V44 DAJ

Does V44 DAJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V44 DAJ is valid until 22 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on V44 DAJ?
The MOT on V44 DAJ is valid until 22 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V44 DAJ done?
V44 DAJ was recorded at 68,273 miles at its MOT on 11 Feb 2026, an average of 2,748 miles a year.
Has V44 DAJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V44 DAJ has failed 5 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on V44 DAJ 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 V44 DAJ find?
V44 DAJ passed its latest MOT on 11 Feb 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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