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Mercedes-Benz SL

Silver · Petrol · 2002 · 5,439 cc

V8 VPOMOT history

V8 VPO is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz SL first used on 1 Oct 2002. Its MOT is valid until 9 Apr 2027 and it has passed 21 of 27 MOT tests, with 100,123 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Apr 2026.

V8 VPO silver Mercedes-Benz Sl – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 9 Apr 2027
Mileage
100,123 mi
At MOT on 10 Apr 2026
MOT tests
27
21 passed · 6 failed
Per year
2,941 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V8 VPO
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
1 Oct 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V8 VPO was last recorded at 100,123 miles on 10 Apr 2026, 2,705 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
97,418 miles · 5 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
2,705 miles
Average per year
2,941 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 100,123 miles
  • 2024 – 97,418 miles
  • 2023 – 92,700 miles
  • 2022 – 91,222 miles
  • 2021 – 89,533 miles
  • 2020 – 88,069 miles
  • 2019 – 86,853 miles
  • 2018 – 84,482 miles
  • 2017 – 80,019 miles
  • 2016 – 70,533 miles
  • 2015 – 69,731 miles
  • 2014 – 67,977 miles
  • 2013 – 67,205 miles
  • 2012 – 66,902 miles
  • 2011 – 66,316 miles
  • 2010 – 63,463 miles
  • 2009 – 56,819 miles
  • 2008 – 55,355 miles
  • 2007 – 51,272 miles
  • 2006 – 42,649 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass100,123 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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2024

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2019

Full MOT history

27 tests since 25 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass100,123 miles (+2,705)
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    100,123 miles
    Test number
    323283932096

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass97,418 miles (+26)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    97,418 miles
    Test number
    752356442046
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Fail97,392 miles (+4,692)4 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,392 miles
    Test number
    119945826807
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn shock absorber (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn shock absorber (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryDrive belt worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryHeadlight washers inoperative

  4. Pass92,700 miles (+1,478)
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    92,700 miles
    Test number
    848779547867

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass91,222 miles (+1,689)
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    91,222 miles
    Test number
    175952716296

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass89,533 miles (+1,464)
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    89,533 miles
    Test number
    925056500826

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass88,069 miles (+1,216)
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    88,069 miles
    Test number
    146704204660

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass86,853 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    86,853 miles
    Test number
    519456678302

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail86,845 miles (+2,363)1 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,845 miles
    Test number
    931857782356
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension unit leaking (5.3.5 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

  10. Pass84,482 miles (+5)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    84,482 miles
    Test number
    275858157691
    • AdvisoryExhaust heat shield not full secured..
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.0 mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Very low/ 2.0 mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.0 mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Very low / 2.0 mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Fail84,477 miles (+4,458)3 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,477 miles
    Test number
    169738976363
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust heat shield not full secured..
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Very poor condition.. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.0 mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Very low/ 2.0 mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.0 mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Very low / 2.0 mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Very poor condition , to inner and outer side of disc.. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass80,019 miles (+9,018)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    80,019 miles
    Test number
    811226477844
    • AdvisoryTray and engine cover fitted
    • AdvisoryWet test

  13. Pass71,001 miles (+468)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    71,001 miles
    Test number
    477178577397

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass70,533 miles (+802)
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    70,533 miles
    Test number
    770372553836

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass69,731 miles (+1,754)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    69,731 miles
    Test number
    638214615181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass67,977 miles (+772)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    67,977 miles
    Test number
    297055004141
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass67,205 miles (+303)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    67,205 miles
    Test number
    817491423164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass66,902 miles (+586)1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    66,902 miles
    Test number
    145786182433
    • NoteFront discs slight corrosion on inside

  19. Pass66,316 miles (+2,853)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    66,316 miles
    Test number
    615513981041

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass63,463 miles (+36)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    63,463 miles
    Test number
    121998570066

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail63,427 miles (+6,608)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,427 miles
    Test number
    631114770022
    • FailureNearside Rear Fluid suspension unit leaking (2.4.D.2)

  22. Pass56,819 miles (+1,464)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    56,819 miles
    Test number
    481848529067

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail55,355 miles3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,355 miles
    Test number
    234374558218
    • Repaired at testFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • Repaired at testRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • Repaired at testRear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  24. Pass55,355 miles (+4,083)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    55,355 miles
    Test number
    624314358295

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass51,272 miles (+8,623)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    51,272 miles
    Test number
    640079367275

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass42,649 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    42,649 miles
    Test number
    730758866259
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  27. Fail42,649 miles1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,649 miles
    Test number
    382518466458
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Questions about V8 VPO

Does V8 VPO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V8 VPO is valid until 9 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on V8 VPO?
The MOT on V8 VPO is valid until 9 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V8 VPO done?
V8 VPO was recorded at 100,123 miles at its MOT on 10 Apr 2026, an average of 2,941 miles a year.
Has V8 VPO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V8 VPO has failed 6 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Oct 2024.
Has the mileage on V8 VPO 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 VPO find?
V8 VPO passed its latest MOT on 10 Apr 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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