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Mercedes-Benz SLK

Silver · Petrol · 1997 · 2,298 cc

A12 SLKMOT history

A12 SLK is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz SLK first used on 31 Dec 1997. Its MOT is valid until 16 Jul 2027 and it has passed 18 of 21 MOT tests, with 77,461 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 16 Jul 2027
Mileage
77,461 mi
At MOT on 18 Jun 2026
MOT tests
21
18 passed · 3 failed
Per year
1,835 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
A12 SLK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SLK
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,298 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
31 Dec 1997
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
18 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

A12 SLK was last recorded at 77,461 miles on 18 Jun 2026, 554 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
76,907 miles · 17 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
554 miles
Average per year
1,835 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 77,461 miles
  • 2025 – 76,907 miles
  • 2023 – 76,418 miles
  • 2022 – 75,260 miles
  • 2021 – 74,940 miles
  • 2019 – 74,038 miles
  • 2018 – 71,593 miles
  • 2017 – 69,256 miles
  • 2016 – 68,066 miles
  • 2014 – 63,379 miles
  • 2013 – 57,892 miles
  • 2012 – 53,632 miles
  • 2011 – 51,103 miles
  • 2010 – 49,959 miles
  • 2009 – 48,350 miles
  • 2008 – 45,673 miles
  • 2007 – 43,009 miles
  • 2006 – 40,317 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass77,461 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))

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.

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2012

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2012

Full MOT history

21 tests since 20 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass77,461 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    77,461 miles
    Test number
    709897683894
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Fail77,461 miles (+554)2 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,461 miles
    Test number
    707437935234
    • MajorOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt tie rod inner joint (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) light intensity significantly reduced (4.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass76,907 miles (+489)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    76,907 miles
    Test number
    966140268385

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass76,418 miles (+1,158)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    76,418 miles
    Test number
    447602019036
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded at Flexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded at Flexi (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass75,260 miles (+320)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    75,260 miles
    Test number
    779311730048

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass74,940 miles (+902)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    74,940 miles
    Test number
    265534373855

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass74,038 miles (+2,445)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    74,038 miles
    Test number
    715031831612
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass71,593 miles (+2,337)
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2019
    Odometer
    71,593 miles
    Test number
    267028444344

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass69,256 miles (+1,190)
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2018
    Odometer
    69,256 miles
    Test number
    844739334434

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass68,066 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    68,066 miles
    Test number
    150261000931

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail68,066 miles (+4,687)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,066 miles
    Test number
    268163674591
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords and badly worn on inner edge (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  12. Pass63,379 miles (+5,487)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    63,379 miles
    Test number
    417127214478
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteN/s/f tyre wearing on inner edge

  13. Pass57,892 miles (+4,260)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    57,892 miles
    Test number
    427617943496
    • 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)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  14. Pass53,632 miles (+2,529)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    53,632 miles
    Test number
    937805242079
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Pass51,103 miles (+1,144)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    51,103 miles
    Test number
    266113451034
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  16. Pass49,959 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    49,959 miles
    Test number
    402079860046
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • NoteVacum air leak nearside front of engine bay

  17. Fail49,959 miles (+1,609)1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,959 miles
    Test number
    532059760036
    • Repaired at testAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • NoteVacum air leak nearside front of engine bay

  18. Pass48,350 miles (+2,677)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    48,350 miles
    Test number
    844362069042
    • NoteBattery insecure
    • NoteCentre exhaust bracket broken but system still secure
    • NoteVacuum leak around battery

  19. Pass45,673 miles (+2,664)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    45,673 miles
    Test number
    341927378068
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • NoteFront nearside and offside brake pads worn low
    • NoteOne of series of bulbs in centre rear brake light out

  20. Pass43,009 miles (+2,692)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    43,009 miles
    Test number
    142999377452
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  21. Pass40,317 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    40,317 miles
    Test number
    180429376400

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about A12 SLK

Does A12 SLK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on A12 SLK is valid until 16 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on A12 SLK?
The MOT on A12 SLK is valid until 16 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has A12 SLK done?
A12 SLK was recorded at 77,461 miles at its MOT on 18 Jun 2026, an average of 1,835 miles a year.
Has A12 SLK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. A12 SLK has failed 3 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on A12 SLK 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 A12 SLK find?
A12 SLK passed its latest MOT on 18 Jun 2026 with 3 advisories: front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides; rear brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both sides; rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides.

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