The road tax status for R703 BMX is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for R703 BMX?

The MOT for R703 BMX is valid and due for renewal on or before 5 October 2027.

What is the recorded mileage of R703 BMX?

The recorded mileage for R703 BMX is 117,528 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is R703 BMX ULEZ compliant?

No, R703 BMX 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

1997 Mercedes-Benz SL 2.8L Petrol · R703 BMX

R703 BMX

1997 Mercedes-Benz SL (2.8L, petrol). First registered 03 Dec 1997. Recorded mileage 117,528 miles. MOT valid until 05 Oct 2027.

Make & Model: MERCEDES-BENZ SL
Year / Origin: 1997 · Reading
Safety Recall: Unknown
MOT Status: Valid until 05 Oct 2027
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 117,528 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine: Petrol · 2.8L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

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Year

1997

Engine

2799cc

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R703 BMX Key Findings

29 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 07/10/2026
117,528 miles recorded at latest MOT
8 historical MOT failures
No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Recurring lighting items (23 mentions)

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R703 BMX MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 6 Nov 2026, 14:59

MOT Analysis

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29 MOT tests are recorded for this 1997 Mercedes-Benz Sl (R703 BMX) between December 2005 and October 2026.

The record contains 21 passes and 8 failures.

The most recent test on 07 October 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 8 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (23 issues), Brakes (17 issues), Suspension (17 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (15 issues), Tyres (13 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 79 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: “Offside Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))”; “Nearside Side repeater not working lens cover missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))”; “Horn not working (7.7 (a))”.

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R703 BMX Mileage History

05/12/200548,023 mi
18/12/200652,182 mi+4,159 mi
11/07/200754,187 mi+2,005 mi
15/07/200859,069 mi+4,882 mi
17/12/200966,378 mi+7,309 mi
16/12/201069,354 mi+2,976 mi
16/12/201172,207 mi+2,853 mi
03/01/201374,578 mi+2,371 mi
10/12/201375,953 mi+1,375 mi
10/12/201375,953 mi
15/12/201477,547 mi+1,594 mi
17/12/201580,127 mi+2,580 mi
14/08/201787,078 mi+6,951 mi
14/08/201787,078 mi
15/05/201888,345 mi+1,267 mi
17/05/201888,345 mi
29/08/201990,525 mi+2,180 mi
01/09/202092,512 mi+1,987 mi
11/09/202092,512 mi
26/11/202195,879 mi+3,367 mi
22/11/202299,727 mi+3,848 mi
07/12/202299,838 mi+111 mi
22/11/2023102,982 mi+3,144 mi
22/11/2023102,982 mi
26/11/2024106,333 mi+3,351 mi
26/11/2024106,334 mi+1 mi
28/11/2025111,011 mi+4,677 mi
28/11/2025111,011 mi
07/10/2026117,528 mi+6,517 mi

Average of roughly 3,335 miles per year across 29 recorded odometer readings.

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MOT Roadworthiness: Average

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Average MOT pass rate (60%)

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