Yes, A5 NOW is taxed. Road tax is currently valid until 1 August 2027 according to DVLA records.

When is the MOT due for A5 NOW?

The MOT for A5 NOW is valid and due for renewal on or before 26 July 2027.

What is the recorded mileage of A5 NOW?

The recorded mileage for A5 NOW is 136,956 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is A5 NOW ULEZ compliant?

No, A5 NOW does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Official DVLA Record

MOT Valid

Road Tax Paid

2002 Mercedes-Benz SL 5.0L Petrol · A5 NOW

A5 NOW

2002 Mercedes-Benz SL (5.0L, petrol). First registered 03/04/2002. Recorded mileage 136,956 miles. MOT valid until 26/07/2027. Taxed until 01/08/2027.

Make & Model: MERCEDES-BENZ SL
Year / Origin: 2002 · Peterborough
MOT Status: Valid until 26/07/2027
Road Tax: Taxed (01/08/2027)
Recorded Mileage: 136,956 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine: Petrol · 5.0L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

MOT Status

Valid

Valid until 26/07/2027

Tax Status

Taxed

Tax due 01/08/2027

Mileage: 136,956 mi
Fuel Type: Petrol
Year: 2002
Engine: 4966cc

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A5 NOW Key Findings

5 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 28/07/2026
136,956 miles recorded at latest MOT
1 historical MOT failure
10 defects noted at the latest MOT
Recurring suspension items (11 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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✓ Good MOT pass rate (80%)

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A5 NOW Mileage History

23/03/2023129,944 mi
20/03/2024134,626 mi+4,682 mi
25/03/2024134,626 mi
17/04/2025135,569 mi+943 mi
28/07/2026136,956 mi+1,387 mi

Average of roughly 2,094 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

A5 NOW MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 21 Sept 2026, 14:39

MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2002 Mercedes-Benz Sl (A5 NOW) between March 2023 and July 2026.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 28 July 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (11 issues), Lighting (9 issues), Brakes (8 issues), Bodywork (2 issues), Steering (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 29 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt rear arm outer ball joi”; “Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))”.

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