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Mercedes-Benz SL

Black · Petrol · 2003 · 4,966 cc

X5 KMBMOT history

X5 KMB is a black petrol Mercedes-Benz SL first used on 1 Apr 2003. Its MOT is valid until 20 Feb 2027 and it has passed 20 of 22 MOT tests, with 123,102 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Feb 2026.

X5 KMB black Mercedes-Benz Sl – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 20 Feb 2027
Mileage
123,102 mi
At MOT on 5 Feb 2026
MOT tests
22
20 passed · 2 failed
Per year
5,090 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X5 KMB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SL
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,966 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
1 Apr 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
5 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X5 KMB was last recorded at 123,102 miles on 5 Feb 2026, 4,200 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Feb 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 4 May 2010: 48,633 miles, lower than 488,551 miles on 15 Apr 2010.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
118,902 miles · 21 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
4,200 miles
Average per year
5,090 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 123,102 miles
  • 2025 – 118,902 miles
  • 2024 – 114,283 miles
  • 2023 – 110,432 miles
  • 2022 – 107,806 miles
  • 2021 – 105,691 miles
  • 2020 – 105,539 miles
  • 2019 – 104,517 miles
  • 2017 – 102,197 miles
  • 2016 – 99,122 miles
  • 2015 – 92,289 miles
  • 2014 – 88,560 miles
  • 2013 – 80,403 miles
  • 2012 – 71,972 miles
  • 2011 – 59,068 miles
  • 2010 – 48,633 miles
  • 2009 – 41,458 miles
  • 2008 – 35,151 miles
  • 2007 – 29,712 miles
  • 2006 – 22,160 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass123,102 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2012

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2012

Full MOT history

22 tests since 7 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass123,102 miles (+4,200)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    123,102 miles
    Test number
    222026975256
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  2. Pass118,902 miles (+4,619)
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    118,902 miles
    Test number
    841351114936

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass114,283 miles (+3,851)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    114,283 miles
    Test number
    245863891873
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
  4. Pass110,432 miles (+2,626)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    110,432 miles
    Test number
    250594544110
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
  5. Pass107,806 miles (+2,115)
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    107,806 miles
    Test number
    313308362904

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass105,691 miles (+152)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    105,691 miles
    Test number
    979392451658
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  7. Pass105,539 miles (+1,022)
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    105,539 miles
    Test number
    701416539525

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass104,517 miles (+2,320)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    104,517 miles
    Test number
    790630512920

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass102,197 miles (+3,075)
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    102,197 miles
    Test number
    201984530046

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass99,122 miles (+6,833)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    99,122 miles
    Test number
    654571758486

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass92,289 miles (+3,729)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    92,289 miles
    Test number
    518150085133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass88,560 miles (+8,157)
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2015
    Odometer
    88,560 miles
    Test number
    228024144108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass80,403 miles (+8,431)
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2014
    Odometer
    80,403 miles
    Test number
    179675333176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass71,972 miles (+12,904)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2013
    Odometer
    71,972 miles
    Test number
    607530032114
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  15. Pass59,068 miles (+10,435)
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2012
    Odometer
    59,068 miles
    Test number
    439732221104

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass48,633 miles (-439,918)
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2011
    Odometer
    48,633 miles
    Test number
    864414720118

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail488,551 miles (+447,093)2 dangerous2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    488,551 miles
    Test number
    101975900136
    • DangerousNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • DangerousOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureFront Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
  18. Pass41,458 miles (+6,307)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    41,458 miles
    Test number
    951545309179
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing low on inner edge.
    • NoteNail in o/s/r tyre tread.
  19. Pass35,151 miles (+5,439)
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    35,151 miles
    Test number
    392588998005

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass29,712 miles (+7,552)
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    29,712 miles
    Test number
    694523997088

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass22,160 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    22,160 miles
    Test number
    162627796017

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail22,160 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,160 miles
    Test number
    790617696090
    • Repaired at testFront Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Questions about X5 KMB

Does X5 KMB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X5 KMB is valid until 20 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on X5 KMB?
The MOT on X5 KMB is valid until 20 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X5 KMB done?
X5 KMB was recorded at 123,102 miles at its MOT on 5 Feb 2026, an average of 5,090 miles a year.
Has X5 KMB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X5 KMB has failed 2 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Apr 2010.
Has the mileage on X5 KMB ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 4 May 2010. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on X5 KMB find?
X5 KMB passed its latest MOT on 5 Feb 2026 with 1 advisory: offside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil.

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