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Mercedes-Benz SLK

Silver · Petrol · 2005 · 3,498 cc

720 SPDMOT history

720 SPD is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz SLK first used on 1 Jan 2005. Its MOT is valid until 15 Jan 2027 and it has passed 19 of 25 MOT tests, with 82,991 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Dec 2025.

720 SPD silver Mercedes-Benz Slk – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Mercedes-Benz Slk, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 15 Jan 2027
Mileage
82,991 mi
At MOT on 18 Dec 2025
MOT tests
25
19 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,709 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
720 SPD
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SLK
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,498 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
1 Jan 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
18 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

720 SPD was last recorded at 82,991 miles on 18 Dec 2025, 2,930 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
80,061 miles · 19 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
2,930 miles
Average per year
3,709 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 82,991 miles
  • 2024 – 80,061 miles
  • 2023 – 76,816 miles
  • 2022 – 68,160 miles
  • 2021 – 57,088 miles
  • 2020 – 50,462 miles
  • 2019 – 40,597 miles
  • 2018 – 37,335 miles
  • 2017 – 36,182 miles
  • 2016 – 35,034 miles
  • 2015 – 32,412 miles
  • 2014 – 30,625 miles
  • 2013 – 28,923 miles
  • 2012 – 26,903 miles
  • 2011 – 25,251 miles
  • 2010 – 22,747 miles
  • 2009 – 20,044 miles
  • 2008 – 16,519 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass82,991 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023

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.

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Front

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

25 tests since 16 Jan 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass82,991 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    82,991 miles
    Test number
    352849668191
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Fail82,990 miles (+2,929)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,990 miles
    Test number
    132567435020
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass80,061 miles (+3,245)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    80,061 miles
    Test number
    402811828376
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both (4.4.3 (a))

  4. Pass76,816 miles (+2)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    76,816 miles
    Test number
    977684650853
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Front (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Fail76,814 miles (+3,266)2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,814 miles
    Test number
    465099258309
    • MajorFront Brake pipe excessively corroded Both (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Front (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass73,548 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    73,548 miles
    Test number
    384194625790
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Fail73,546 miles (+5,386)1 dangerous3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,546 miles
    Test number
    500968356042
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust system insecure x2 (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass68,160 miles (+11,072)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    68,160 miles
    Test number
    927970640794
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisorySRS warning lamp on indicating passenger air bag is turned off

  9. Pass57,088 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    57,088 miles
    Test number
    454723339626
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  10. Fail57,088 miles (+6,626)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,088 miles
    Test number
    424276427318
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  11. Pass50,462 miles (+9,865)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    50,462 miles
    Test number
    304821074544

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass40,597 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    40,597 miles
    Test number
    236321524624
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  13. Fail40,597 miles (+3,262)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,597 miles
    Test number
    987972265988
    • MajorOffside Front Macpherson strut insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

  14. Pass37,335 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    37,335 miles
    Test number
    569444939690
    • AdvisoryDirection indicator slightly discoloured both rear (1.4.A.2f)

  15. Fail37,335 miles (+1,153)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,335 miles
    Test number
    689976841150
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryDirection indicator slightly discoloured both rear (1.4.A.2f)

  16. Pass36,182 miles (+1,148)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    36,182 miles
    Test number
    269903335983
    • AdvisoryPark brake 16% only offside low reading

  17. Pass35,034 miles (+2,622)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    35,034 miles
    Test number
    741807029046

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass32,412 miles (+1,787)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    32,412 miles
    Test number
    466060115018
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Pass30,625 miles (+1,702)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    30,625 miles
    Test number
    815839204080
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  20. Pass28,923 miles (+2,020)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    28,923 miles
    Test number
    755968003056

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass26,903 miles (+1,652)1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    26,903 miles
    Test number
    745123412005
    • NoteFront tyres approaching replacement stage nail in nearside front

  22. Pass25,251 miles (+2,504)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    25,251 miles
    Test number
    249286401082

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass22,747 miles (+2,703)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    22,747 miles
    Test number
    864855010049

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass20,044 miles (+3,525)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    20,044 miles
    Test number
    122689809429

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass16,519 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    16,519 miles
    Test number
    164756918443

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about 720 SPD

What vehicle is registration 720 SPD currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 720 SPD on a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz SLK first used on 1 Jan 2005. 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 720 SPD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on 720 SPD is valid until 15 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on 720 SPD?
The MOT on 720 SPD is valid until 15 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has 720 SPD done?
720 SPD was recorded at 82,991 miles at its MOT on 18 Dec 2025, an average of 3,709 miles a year.
Has 720 SPD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 720 SPD has failed 6 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on 720 SPD 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 720 SPD find?
720 SPD passed its latest MOT on 18 Dec 2025 with 2 advisories: front oil leak, but not excessive; offside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material.

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