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Mercedes-Benz SL

Black · Petrol · 2002 · 5,439 cc

V7 DWDMOT history

V7 DWD is a black petrol Mercedes-Benz SL first used on 31 Oct 2002. Its MOT expired on 28 May 2026 and it has passed 15 of 16 MOT tests, with 74,752 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 May 2025.

V7 DWD black Mercedes-Benz Sl – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 28 May 2026
Mileage
74,752 mi
At MOT on 29 May 2025
MOT tests
16
15 passed · 1 failed
Per year
2,447 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V7 DWD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SL
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
5,439 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
31 Oct 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 28 May 2026
Latest MOT test
29 May 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

V7 DWD was last recorded at 74,752 miles on 29 May 2025, 1,806 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Aug 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
72,946 miles · 31 Aug 2023
Between the last two tests
1,806 miles
Average per year
2,447 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 74,752 miles
  • 2023 – 72,946 miles
  • 2021 – 70,745 miles
  • 2018 – 70,729 miles
  • 2017 – 69,981 miles
  • 2015 – 64,838 miles
  • 2014 – 61,986 miles
  • 2013 – 56,538 miles
  • 2012 – 54,874 miles
  • 2011 – 52,033 miles
  • 2010 – 48,044 miles
  • 2009 – 46,226 miles
  • 2008 – 43,914 miles
  • 2007 – 35,687 miles
  • 2006 – 28,328 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass74,752 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) both

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

16 tests since 9 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass74,752 miles (+1,806)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2026
    Odometer
    74,752 miles
    Test number
    591205352295
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) both

  2. Pass72,946 miles (+2,201)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    72,946 miles
    Test number
    980550182127
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass70,745 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    70,745 miles
    Test number
    886762802683

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail70,741 miles (+12)2 dangerous5 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,741 miles
    Test number
    509103425939
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass70,729 miles (+748)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    70,729 miles
    Test number
    843399883623
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass69,981 miles (+5,143)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    69,981 miles
    Test number
    367039667377

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass64,838 miles (+2,852)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    64,838 miles
    Test number
    379226575066

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass61,986 miles (+5,448)
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    61,986 miles
    Test number
    178947754462

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass56,538 miles (+1,664)
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    56,538 miles
    Test number
    958695043047

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass54,874 miles (+2,841)
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    54,874 miles
    Test number
    777158752058

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass52,033 miles (+3,989)
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    52,033 miles
    Test number
    197995551010

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass48,044 miles (+1,818)
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    48,044 miles
    Test number
    582500470018

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass46,226 miles (+2,312)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    46,226 miles
    Test number
    441984019185
    • 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)

  14. Pass43,914 miles (+8,227)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    43,914 miles
    Test number
    400250938133
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres uneven wear to tread.

  15. Pass35,687 miles (+7,359)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    35,687 miles
    Test number
    481499827187

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass28,328 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    28,328 miles
    Test number
    833150766184

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V7 DWD

Does V7 DWD currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V7 DWD expired on 28 May 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V7 DWD?
The MOT on V7 DWD expired on 28 May 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V7 DWD done?
V7 DWD was recorded at 74,752 miles at its MOT on 29 May 2025, an average of 2,447 miles a year.
Has V7 DWD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V7 DWD has failed 1 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Feb 2021.
Has the mileage on V7 DWD 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 V7 DWD find?
V7 DWD passed its latest MOT on 29 May 2025 with 3 advisories: offside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; play in steering rack inner joint(s) both.

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