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Mercedes-Benz SLK

Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 2,295 cc

6 MODMOT history

6 MOD is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz SLK first used on 17 Jul 2003. Its MOT is valid until 20 Aug 2027 and it has passed 21 of 26 MOT tests, with 85,686 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 20 Aug 2027
Mileage
85,686 mi
At MOT on 30 Jul 2026
MOT tests
26
21 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,079 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
6 MOD
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SLK
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,295 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
17 Jul 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

6 MOD was last recorded at 85,686 miles on 30 Jul 2026, 3,164 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
82,522 miles · 19 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
3,164 miles
Average per year
3,079 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 85,686 miles
  • 2025 – 82,522 miles
  • 2024 – 79,789 miles
  • 2023 – 76,996 miles
  • 2022 – 74,598 miles
  • 2021 – 72,567 miles
  • 2020 – 69,924 miles
  • 2019 – 68,427 miles
  • 2018 – 65,038 miles
  • 2017 – 62,921 miles
  • 2016 – 60,822 miles
  • 2015 – 58,724 miles
  • 2014 – 54,702 miles
  • 2013 – 52,113 miles
  • 2012 – 48,761 miles
  • 2011 – 45,407 miles
  • 2010 – 42,540 miles
  • 2009 – 40,131 miles
  • 2008 – 37,307 miles
  • 2007 – 34,397 miles
  • 2006 – 23,911 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass85,686 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 8 MOTs since 2019

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt

    Minor3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

26 tests since 6 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass85,686 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    85,686 miles
    Test number
    763999642465
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Fail85,686 miles (+3,164)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,686 miles
    Test number
    556132373993
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass82,522 miles (+2,733)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    82,522 miles
    Test number
    376407991639
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass79,789 miles (+2,793)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    79,789 miles
    Test number
    745232341850
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass76,996 miles (+2,398)2 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    76,996 miles
    Test number
    383591349036
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEml light is on
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm ball joint has slight play Both lower (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass74,598 miles (+2,031)1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    74,598 miles
    Test number
    819751274378
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryEML on
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Slight play inner steering joint
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Pass72,567 miles1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    72,567 miles
    Test number
    732955860276
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres worn on edges and starting to perish
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Fail72,567 miles (+2,643)2 repaired1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,567 miles
    Test number
    670595244596
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres worn on edges and starting to perish
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  9. Pass69,924 miles14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    69,924 miles
    Test number
    453252475474
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyre's worn on inside edge's
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material middle to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryMiddle to rear exhaust section corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySteering idler has slight play

  10. Fail69,924 miles (+1,497)1 repaired14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,924 miles
    Test number
    806679334675
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyre's worn on inside edge's
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material middle to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryMiddle to rear exhaust section corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySteering idler has slight play

  11. Pass68,427 miles (+3,389)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    68,427 miles
    Test number
    306552858468
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  12. Pass65,038 miles (+2,117)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    65,038 miles
    Test number
    616161440014

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass62,921 miles (+2,099)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    62,921 miles
    Test number
    451462919153

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass60,822 miles (+2,098)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    60,822 miles
    Test number
    941504226814
    • AdvisoryAdvise various brake pipes slightly corroded

  15. Pass58,724 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    58,724 miles
    Test number
    769732705262

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail58,724 miles (+4,022)7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,724 miles
    Test number
    699262905220
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass54,702 miles (+2,589)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    54,702 miles
    Test number
    968122884134
    • 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)

  18. Pass52,113 miles (+3,352)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    52,113 miles
    Test number
    206123293453
    • 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)
    • NoteOil leak

  19. Pass48,761 miles (+3,354)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    48,761 miles
    Test number
    168503092165

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass45,407 miles (+2,867)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    45,407 miles
    Test number
    845839871186
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  21. Pass42,540 miles (+2,409)5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    42,540 miles
    Test number
    791847980122
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySteering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)
    • NoteBoth front wheel bearings have slight play
    • NotePolly belt cracked

  22. Pass40,131 miles (+2,824)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    40,131 miles
    Test number
    143741099107
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  23. Pass37,307 miles (+2,910)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    37,307 miles
    Test number
    591099078192
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  24. Pass34,397 miles (+10,486)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    34,397 miles
    Test number
    880851097161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass23,911 miles (+13)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    23,911 miles
    Test number
    433458686168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail23,898 miles1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,898 miles
    Test number
    942187286151
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • 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)

Questions about 6 MOD

What vehicle is registration 6 MOD currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 6 MOD on a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz SLK first used on 17 Jul 2003. 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 6 MOD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on 6 MOD is valid until 20 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on 6 MOD?
The MOT on 6 MOD is valid until 20 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has 6 MOD done?
6 MOD was recorded at 85,686 miles at its MOT on 30 Jul 2026, an average of 3,079 miles a year.
Has 6 MOD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 6 MOD has failed 5 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on 6 MOD 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 6 MOD find?
6 MOD passed its latest MOT on 30 Jul 2026 with 5 advisories: nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; nearside rear coil spring corroded; offside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 2 more.

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