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Mercedes-Benz SLC

Black · Diesel · 2017 · 2,143 cc

V5 ESSMOT history

V5 ESS is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz SLC first used on 29 Mar 2017. Its MOT is valid until 3 Jun 2027 and it has passed 7 of 9 MOT tests, with 46,938 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 3 Jun 2027
Mileage
46,938 mi
At MOT on 1 Jun 2026
MOT tests
9
7 passed · 2 failed
Per year
4,418 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V5 ESS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SLC
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,143 cc
Year of manufacture
2017
First used
29 Mar 2017
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
1 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V5 ESS was last recorded at 46,938 miles on 1 Jun 2026, 3,398 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
43,540 miles · 30 May 2025
Between the last two tests
3,398 miles
Average per year
4,418 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 46,938 miles
  • 2025 – 43,540 miles
  • 2024 – 40,221 miles
  • 2023 – 35,016 miles
  • 2022 – 30,807 miles
  • 2021 – 27,193 miles
  • 2020 – 21,284 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass46,938 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside front tyre scrubbing and low on inner edge.

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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

9 tests since 10 Aug 2020, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass46,938 miles (+3,398)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    46,938 miles
    Test number
    917669273716
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre scrubbing and low on inner edge.
  2. Pass43,540 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    43,540 miles
    Test number
    132924372601
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  3. Fail43,540 miles (+3,319)2 dangerous1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,540 miles
    Test number
    639975588291
    • DangerousOffside Front Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a))
    • DangerousOffside Front Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  4. Pass40,221 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    40,221 miles
    Test number
    864615712585

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail40,221 miles (+5,205)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,221 miles
    Test number
    203248182176
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
  6. Pass35,016 miles (+4,209)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    35,016 miles
    Test number
    328147145106

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass30,807 miles (+3,614)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    30,807 miles
    Test number
    420483168569

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass27,193 miles (+5,909)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    27,193 miles
    Test number
    468230368914
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  9. Pass21,284 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    21,284 miles
    Test number
    270677291409
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine and underbody covers fitted restricted view
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Questions about V5 ESS

Does V5 ESS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V5 ESS is valid until 3 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on V5 ESS?
The MOT on V5 ESS 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 V5 ESS done?
V5 ESS was recorded at 46,938 miles at its MOT on 1 Jun 2026, an average of 4,418 miles a year.
Has V5 ESS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V5 ESS has failed 2 of its 9 MOT tests, most recently on 29 May 2025.
Has the mileage on V5 ESS 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 V5 ESS find?
V5 ESS passed its latest MOT on 1 Jun 2026 with 1 advisory: nearside front tyre scrubbing and low on inner edge..

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