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Mercedes-Benz SL

Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 3,724 cc

X3 DHXMOT history

X3 DHX is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz SL first used on 13 May 2003. Its MOT is valid until 24 Jan 2027 and it has passed 18 of 25 MOT tests, with 124,368 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Jan 2026.

X3 DHX silver Mercedes-Benz Sl – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Mercedes-Benz Sl, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 24 Jan 2027
Mileage
124,368 mi
At MOT on 14 Jan 2026
MOT tests
25
18 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,810 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X3 DHX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SL
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,724 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
13 May 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X3 DHX was last recorded at 124,368 miles on 14 Jan 2026, 1,892 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
122,476 miles · 16 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
1,892 miles
Average per year
4,810 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 124,368 miles
  • 2025 – 122,476 miles
  • 2024 – 120,848 miles
  • 2023 – 118,199 miles
  • 2022 – 117,552 miles
  • 2021 – 113,594 miles
  • 2020 – 109,670 miles
  • 2019 – 100,839 miles
  • 2018 – 91,386 miles
  • 2017 – 80,419 miles
  • 2015 – 72,549 miles
  • 2014 – 64,917 miles
  • 2013 – 61,569 miles
  • 2012 – 57,561 miles
  • 2010 – 53,720 miles
  • 2009 – 48,667 miles
  • 2008 – 44,726 miles
  • 2006 – 29,792 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass124,368 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2017

  • Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2015

  • Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2010

Full MOT history

25 tests since 18 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass124,368 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    124,368 miles
    Test number
    602264159869
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  2. Fail124,368 miles (+1,892)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,368 miles
    Test number
    421850211794
    • Repaired at testRear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  3. Pass122,476 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    122,476 miles
    Test number
    147044405850

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail122,476 miles (+1,628)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,476 miles
    Test number
    865085621933
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  5. Pass120,848 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    120,848 miles
    Test number
    903239223157

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail120,839 miles (+2,640)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,839 miles
    Test number
    417145258210
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

  7. Pass118,199 miles (+647)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    118,199 miles
    Test number
    633087102529
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass117,552 miles (+3,958)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    117,552 miles
    Test number
    683592891564
    • AdvisoryFront Drag link end ball joint has slight play Both (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass113,594 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    113,594 miles
    Test number
    520680402276
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight play in osf track rod

  10. Fail113,594 miles (+3,924)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,594 miles
    Test number
    428167645780
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim too low Both (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight play in osf track rod

  11. Pass109,670 miles (+16)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    109,670 miles
    Test number
    974201667897
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Fail109,654 miles (+8,815)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,654 miles
    Test number
    471059280585
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Headlamp levelling device inoperative headlamp levelling device link arm snapped (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass100,839 miles (+9,453)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    100,839 miles
    Test number
    255644851561
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  14. Pass91,386 miles (+10,967)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    91,386 miles
    Test number
    604938163244

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass80,419 miles (+7,870)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    80,419 miles
    Test number
    915491959192
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded Both (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass72,549 miles (+7,632)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    72,549 miles
    Test number
    816824942060
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  17. Pass64,917 miles (+3,348)1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    64,917 miles
    Test number
    477061194113
    • NoteCoolant leak

  18. Pass61,569 miles (+4,008)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    61,569 miles
    Test number
    735220213294

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass57,561 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    57,561 miles
    Test number
    849712652068

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail57,561 miles (+3,841)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,561 miles
    Test number
    788217842063
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteWarning lights on dash

  21. Pass53,720 miles (+5,053)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2011
    Odometer
    53,720 miles
    Test number
    263664930441
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOffside rear tyre worn on inner edge

  22. Pass48,667 miles (+3,941)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2010
    Odometer
    48,667 miles
    Test number
    794395239173
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteNsf wheel and tyre slightly damaged

  23. Fail44,726 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,726 miles
    Test number
    201442228474
    • Repaired at testFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • Repaired at testRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

  24. Pass44,726 miles (+14,934)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    44,726 miles
    Test number
    643822228177

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass29,792 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2007
    Odometer
    29,792 miles
    Test number
    283138436176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X3 DHX

Does X3 DHX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X3 DHX is valid until 24 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on X3 DHX?
The MOT on X3 DHX is valid until 24 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X3 DHX done?
X3 DHX was recorded at 124,368 miles at its MOT on 14 Jan 2026, an average of 4,810 miles a year.
Has X3 DHX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X3 DHX has failed 7 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on X3 DHX 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 X3 DHX find?
X3 DHX passed its latest MOT on 14 Jan 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front upper suspension arm ball joint has slight play; nearside front wheel bearing has slight play.

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