Mercedes-Benz logo

Mercedes-Benz SL

Silver · Petrol · 2002 · 5,439 cc

V8 BOMMOT history

V8 BOM is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz SL first used on 17 Dec 2002. Its MOT expired on 7 Jul 2025 and it has passed 20 of 25 MOT tests, with 104,098 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Jul 2024.

V8 BOM silver Mercedes-Benz Sl – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Mercedes-Benz Sl, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 7 Jul 2025
Mileage
104,098 mi
At MOT on 8 Jul 2024
MOT tests
25
20 passed · 5 failed
Per year
5,053 mi
Average between MOTs
Get reminders for V8 BOM in the free Driver Codes app

Vehicle details

Registration
V8 BOM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SL
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
5,439 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
17 Dec 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 7 Jul 2025
Latest MOT test
8 Jul 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

V8 BOM was last recorded at 104,098 miles on 8 Jul 2024, 19 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 May 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
104,079 miles · 13 May 2024
Between the last two tests
19 miles
Average per year
5,053 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 104,098 miles
  • 2023 – 103,334 miles
  • 2022 – 101,906 miles
  • 2021 – 101,134 miles
  • 2020 – 100,436 miles
  • 2019 – 99,490 miles
  • 2018 – 98,986 miles
  • 2017 – 98,352 miles
  • 2016 – 97,316 miles
  • 2015 – 95,788 miles
  • 2013 – 83,445 miles
  • 2012 – 75,179 miles
  • 2011 – 66,297 miles
  • 2010 – 55,626 miles
  • 2009 – 42,654 miles
  • 2008 – 34,777 miles
  • 2007 – 25,487 miles
  • 2006 – 16,248 miles
  • 2005 – 9,805 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass104,098 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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 Rear tyre worn & cracking on inside edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn & cracking on inside edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2011

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2011

Full MOT history

25 tests since 7 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass104,098 miles (+19)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    104,098 miles
    Test number
    478125678217
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail104,079 miles (+745)2 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,079 miles
    Test number
    946730056745
    • DangerousFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorRear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass103,334 miles (+1,428)
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2024
    Odometer
    103,334 miles
    Test number
    311876559849

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass101,906 miles (+772)
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2023
    Odometer
    101,906 miles
    Test number
    657811527640

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass101,134 miles (+698)
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2022
    Odometer
    101,134 miles
    Test number
    681536669932

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass100,436 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2021
    Odometer
    100,436 miles
    Test number
    297919623082

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail100,436 miles (+946)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,436 miles
    Test number
    871963020691
    • DangerousSuspension pipe damaged or deteriorated and function is seriously affected (5.3.5 (b) (ii))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

  8. Pass99,490 miles (+504)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    99,490 miles
    Test number
    872964974433

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass98,986 miles (+24)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    98,986 miles
    Test number
    333555594752
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides heavily corroded on inner edge (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre worn & cracking on inside edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn & cracking on inside edge
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides heavily corroded inner edge (3.5.1i)

  10. Fail98,962 miles (+610)1 failure7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,962 miles
    Test number
    531744720148
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (heavily corroded inner edge) (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn & cracking on inside edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre worn & cracking on inside edge
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (heavily corroded inner edge) (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryUnable to carry out full inspection of rear brake pipes due to covers being fit

  11. Pass98,352 miles (+1,036)
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    98,352 miles
    Test number
    194525026385

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass97,316 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    97,316 miles
    Test number
    237400606929
    • AdvisoryFront Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  13. Fail97,296 miles (+1,508)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,296 miles
    Test number
    562684728112
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  14. Pass95,788 miles (+12,343)
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    95,788 miles
    Test number
    939781675032

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass83,445 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    83,445 miles
    Test number
    236623303389

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail83,445 miles (+8,266)1 failure1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,445 miles
    Test number
    728532103384
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  17. Pass75,179 miles (+8,882)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    75,179 miles
    Test number
    775444982202
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Torque/reaction arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Torque/reaction arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)

  18. Pass66,297 miles (+10,671)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    66,297 miles
    Test number
    438324181228
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteFront castor arm ball joint rubber boots split both sides

  19. Pass55,626 miles (+12,972)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    55,626 miles
    Test number
    391711690263
    • AdvisoryCentre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Pass42,654 miles (+7,877)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    42,654 miles
    Test number
    481803459172
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass34,777 miles (+9,290)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    34,777 miles
    Test number
    880122258170

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass25,487 miles (+9,239)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    25,487 miles
    Test number
    284225557486

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass16,248 miles (+6,443)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    16,248 miles
    Test number
    292349556467

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass9,805 miles (+26)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    9,805 miles
    Test number
    154670725339

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass9,779 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    9,779 miles
    Test number
    802411515362

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V8 BOM

Does V8 BOM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V8 BOM expired on 7 Jul 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V8 BOM?
The MOT on V8 BOM expired on 7 Jul 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V8 BOM done?
V8 BOM was recorded at 104,098 miles at its MOT on 8 Jul 2024, an average of 5,053 miles a year.
Has V8 BOM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V8 BOM has failed 5 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 13 May 2024.
Has the mileage on V8 BOM 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 V8 BOM find?
V8 BOM passed its latest MOT on 8 Jul 2024 with 3 advisories: nearside front lower shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush; nearside front upper suspension component ball joint has slight play; offside front upper suspension component ball joint has slight play.

Related registrations

Browse all V8B registrations

Contains DVSA MOT history data, public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Driver Codes is not affiliated with DVSA or DVLA.