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Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 2,799 cc

V53 FNSMOT history

V53 FNS is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz SL first used on 24 Sept 1999. Its MOT is valid until 12 Aug 2027 and it has passed 21 of 22 MOT tests, with 48,560 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 12 Aug 2027
Mileage
48,560 mi
At MOT on 11 Aug 2026
MOT tests
22
21 passed · 1 failed
Per year
599 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V53 FNS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SL
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,799 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
24 Sept 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
11 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V53 FNS was last recorded at 48,560 miles on 11 Aug 2026, 42 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
48,518 miles · 12 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
42 miles
Average per year
599 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 48,560 miles
  • 2025 – 48,518 miles
  • 2024 – 48,367 miles
  • 2023 – 48,239 miles
  • 2022 – 48,171 miles
  • 2021 – 48,043 miles
  • 2020 – 47,982 miles
  • 2019 – 47,840 miles
  • 2018 – 47,598 miles
  • 2017 – 47,344 miles
  • 2016 – 47,131 miles
  • 2015 – 46,862 miles
  • 2014 – 46,535 miles
  • 2013 – 45,326 miles
  • 2012 – 43,845 miles
  • 2011 – 42,317 miles
  • 2010 – 41,468 miles
  • 2009 – 40,594 miles
  • 2008 – 39,748 miles
  • 2007 – 37,638 miles
  • 2006 – 36,665 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass48,560 miles

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 Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Nearside Front shock dust cover damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2016

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass48,560 miles (+42)
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    48,560 miles
    Test number
    726052812155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass48,518 miles (+151)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    48,518 miles
    Test number
    266082291903
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  3. Pass48,367 miles (+128)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    48,367 miles
    Test number
    235855696168
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  4. Pass48,239 miles (+68)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    48,239 miles
    Test number
    390608887850
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Inner sidewall rim protector torn (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

  5. Pass48,171 miles (+128)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    48,171 miles
    Test number
    382269471060
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre heavily damaged on inner sidewall
    • AdvisorySteering box damp with fluid

  6. Pass48,043 miles (+61)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    48,043 miles
    Test number
    592566357165
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  7. Pass47,982 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    47,982 miles
    Test number
    806020785754
    • AdvisoryNearside Front shock dust cover damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Fail47,980 miles (+140)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,980 miles
    Test number
    402032465666
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front shock dust cover damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Pass47,840 miles (+242)
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    47,840 miles
    Test number
    702117857505

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass47,598 miles (+254)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    47,598 miles
    Test number
    482165445139
    • AdvisoryBoth front shock top mounts perished.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryWiper smeary.

  11. Pass47,344 miles (+213)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    47,344 miles
    Test number
    214585658910
    • AdvisoryBoth front suspension top mount rubber bushes perished/splitting.
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre wall has a cut.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit And cracking/perished. (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre wall split and wearing inside edge.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Tyre wall has a cut.

  12. Pass47,131 miles (+269)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    47,131 miles
    Test number
    814229893743
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (265/35ZR18) (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre cut on inner sidewall but not through to cords.(235/40R18)

  13. Pass46,862 miles (+327)
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    46,862 miles
    Test number
    696462825217

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass46,535 miles (+1,209)
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    46,535 miles
    Test number
    677091514291

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass45,326 miles (+1,481)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    45,326 miles
    Test number
    479090113299
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront wiper smeary

  16. Pass43,845 miles (+1,528)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    43,845 miles
    Test number
    409866202223
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  17. Pass42,317 miles (+849)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    42,317 miles
    Test number
    196478001273
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteBoth front wipers smeary
    • NoteSlight cut in off side front tyre side wall

  18. Pass41,468 miles (+874)
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    41,468 miles
    Test number
    321700100279

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass40,594 miles (+846)
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    40,594 miles
    Test number
    354894329236

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass39,748 miles (+2,110)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    39,748 miles
    Test number
    583856928297
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

  21. Pass37,638 miles (+973)
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2008
    Odometer
    37,638 miles
    Test number
    353661947109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass36,665 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    36,665 miles
    Test number
    673560076200

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V53 FNS

Does V53 FNS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V53 FNS is valid until 12 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on V53 FNS?
The MOT on V53 FNS is valid until 12 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V53 FNS done?
V53 FNS was recorded at 48,560 miles at its MOT on 11 Aug 2026, an average of 599 miles a year.
Has V53 FNS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V53 FNS has failed 1 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Jul 2020.
Has the mileage on V53 FNS 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 V53 FNS find?
V53 FNS passed its latest MOT on 11 Aug 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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