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Mercedes-Benz SLK

Silver · Petrol · 1997 · 2,298 cc

121 COOMOT history

121 COO is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz SLK first used on 19 Aug 1997. Its MOT expired on 5 Jun 2025 and it has passed 18 of 22 MOT tests, with 103,829 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Jun 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 5 Jun 2025
Mileage
103,829 mi
At MOT on 6 Jun 2024
MOT tests
22
18 passed · 4 failed
Per year
982 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
121 COO
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SLK
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,298 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
19 Aug 1997
MOT status
MOT expired on 5 Jun 2025
Latest MOT test
6 Jun 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

121 COO was last recorded at 103,829 miles on 6 Jun 2024, 10 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 May 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
103,819 miles · 24 May 2023
Between the last two tests
10 miles
Average per year
982 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 103,829 miles
  • 2023 – 103,819 miles
  • 2022 – 103,225 miles
  • 2020 – 102,993 miles
  • 2019 – 102,949 miles
  • 2018 – 102,350 miles
  • 2017 – 100,646 miles
  • 2016 – 98,518 miles
  • 2015 – 95,397 miles
  • 2014 – 94,900 miles
  • 2013 – 94,614 miles
  • 2012 – 93,772 miles
  • 2011 – 92,887 miles
  • 2010 – 91,593 miles
  • 2009 – 91,171 miles
  • 2008 – 90,282 miles
  • 2007 – 87,669 miles
  • 2006 – 86,295 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass103,829 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Small areas of surface corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (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.

  • Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2023

  • Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2009

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2009

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass103,829 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    103,829 miles
    Test number
    812702870689
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Small areas of surface corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Fail103,829 miles (+10)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,829 miles
    Test number
    763960125728
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Small areas of surface corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass103,819 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2024
    Odometer
    103,819 miles
    Test number
    634431792225
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Fuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail103,805 miles (+580)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,805 miles
    Test number
    578374482163
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Fuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass103,225 miles (+232)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    103,225 miles
    Test number
    867858307905
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded

  6. Pass102,993 miles (+44)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    102,993 miles
    Test number
    378327588296
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  7. Pass102,949 miles (+599)
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    102,949 miles
    Test number
    722908257600

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass102,350 miles (+1,704)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    102,350 miles
    Test number
    974971328963
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  9. Pass100,646 miles (+2,128)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    100,646 miles
    Test number
    319595473938
    • AdvisoryRear Fuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOpaque tape appied to nearside warning light panel

  10. Pass98,518 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    98,518 miles
    Test number
    655009614884
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOpaque tape has been applied to warning light panel on nearside of instruments
    • AdvisoryRear Fuel Pipe/s corroded

  11. Fail98,518 miles (+3,121)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,518 miles
    Test number
    887974405730
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOpaque tape has been applied to warning light panel on nearside of instruments
    • AdvisoryRear Fuel Pipe/s corroded

  12. Pass95,397 miles (+497)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    95,397 miles
    Test number
    649443505239
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded

  13. Pass94,900 miles (+286)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    94,900 miles
    Test number
    178013904287

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass94,614 miles (+842)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    94,614 miles
    Test number
    507540013241

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass93,772 miles (+885)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    93,772 miles
    Test number
    828985702278
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteS.R.S.light on
    • NoteFuel pipes corroded at rear

  16. Pass92,887 miles (+1,294)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    92,887 miles
    Test number
    698006801217

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass91,593 miles (+422)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    91,593 miles
    Test number
    904981210235

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass91,171 miles (+889)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    91,171 miles
    Test number
    411260019239
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass90,282 miles (+2,613)2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    90,282 miles
    Test number
    614381318201
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth rear flexi brake pipes perishing.
    • NoteCable ties in use in place of exhaust hanger. (rear)
    • NoteN/S/R tyre has signs of being driven whilst flat **ADVISE REPLACE**
    • NoteO/S/R tyre nearing legal limit.

  20. Pass87,669 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    87,669 miles
    Test number
    960454417268

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail87,669 miles (+1,374)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,669 miles
    Test number
    724256007218
    • DangerousNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • DangerousOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  22. Pass86,295 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    86,295 miles
    Test number
    994468806220

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about 121 COO

What vehicle is registration 121 COO currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 121 COO on a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz SLK first used on 19 Aug 1997. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does 121 COO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on 121 COO expired on 5 Jun 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on 121 COO?
The MOT on 121 COO expired on 5 Jun 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has 121 COO done?
121 COO was recorded at 103,829 miles at its MOT on 6 Jun 2024, an average of 982 miles a year.
Has 121 COO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 121 COO has failed 4 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Jun 2024.
Has the mileage on 121 COO 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 121 COO find?
121 COO passed its latest MOT on 6 Jun 2024 with 3 advisories: offside rear shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect; rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced small areas of surface corrosion.

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