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Silver · Petrol · 2000 · 3,199 cc

A12 UFBMOT history

A12 UFB is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz SLK first used on 31 Dec 2000. Its MOT expired on 5 Nov 2024 and it has passed 14 of 24 MOT tests, with 49,748 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Nov 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 5 Nov 2024
Mileage
49,748 mi
At MOT on 6 Nov 2023
MOT tests
24
14 passed · 10 failed
Per year
1,515 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
A12 UFB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SLK
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,199 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
31 Dec 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 5 Nov 2024
Latest MOT test
6 Nov 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

A12 UFB was last recorded at 49,748 miles on 6 Nov 2023, 4 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Dec 2022.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 16 Jun 2012: 35,418 miles, lower than 35,959 miles on 13 May 2011.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
49,744 miles · 2 Dec 2022
Between the last two tests
4 miles
Average per year
1,515 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 49,748 miles
  • 2022 – 49,744 miles
  • 2021 – 48,011 miles
  • 2020 – 46,456 miles
  • 2019 – 44,554 miles
  • 2018 – 42,999 miles
  • 2017 – 41,792 miles
  • 2016 – 41,087 miles
  • 2012 – 35,418 miles
  • 2011 – 35,959 miles
  • 2010 – 35,380 miles
  • 2009 – 33,353 miles
  • 2008 – 30,372 miles
  • 2007 – 26,469 miles
  • 2006 – 22,814 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass49,748 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corrosion noted to all 4 brake discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output headlamp mask (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output headlamp mask (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryProp shaft centre bearing support rubber perishing

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.

  • Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault

    Major5 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Items removed from driver's view prior to test

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2016–2020

  • Nearside headlamp masks/converters fitted

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside headlamp masks/converters fitted

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

24 tests since 24 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass49,748 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    49,748 miles
    Test number
    491273592277
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corrosion noted to all 4 brake discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output headlamp mask (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output headlamp mask (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryProp shaft centre bearing support rubber perishing

  2. Fail49,748 miles (+4)1 repaired8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,748 miles
    Test number
    361168837494
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corrosion noted to all 4 brake discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output headlamp mask (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output headlamp mask (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryProp shaft centre bearing support rubber perishing

  3. Fail49,744 miles (+1,733)4 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,744 miles
    Test number
    417668649757
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryEML illuminated
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside headlamp masks/converters fitted
    • AdvisoryNearside washer jet requires attention
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside headlamp masks/converters fitted

  4. Pass48,011 miles (+17)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    48,011 miles
    Test number
    955998201534
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside headlamp masks/converters fitted
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside headlamp masks/converters fitted

  5. Fail47,994 miles (+1,538)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,994 miles
    Test number
    148271975006
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryEML illuminated
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside headlamp masks/converters fitted
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside headlamp masks/converters fitted

  6. Pass46,456 miles10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    46,456 miles
    Test number
    798886427296
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside headlamp mask/converter fitted
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside headlamp mask/converter fitted

  7. Fail46,456 miles (+1,902)1 major11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,456 miles
    Test number
    821460264384
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside headlamp mask/converter fitted
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside headlamp mask/converter fitted

  8. Pass44,554 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    44,554 miles
    Test number
    951132280368
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp masks/converters fitted

  9. Fail44,554 miles (+1,555)1 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,554 miles
    Test number
    366885793702
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp masks/converters fitted

  10. Pass42,999 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    42,999 miles
    Test number
    882522311509
    • AdvisoryBoth sides front tyres are perished
    • AdvisoryBrake where indicator illuminates when foot brake applied
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  11. Fail42,999 miles (+1,207)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,999 miles
    Test number
    679291790994
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryBoth sides front tyres are perished
    • AdvisoryBrake where indicator illuminates when foot brake applied
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  12. Pass41,792 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    41,792 miles
    Test number
    360385866728
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror obscured but not seriously affecting the rear view requires attention (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp masks/converters fitted
    • AdvisoryOffside wiper requires attention
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  13. Fail41,792 miles (+705)1 repaired9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,792 miles
    Test number
    910144683235
    • Repaired at testOffside Obligatory mirror seriously obscured affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror obscured but not seriously affecting the rear view requires attention (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp masks/converters fitted
    • AdvisoryOffside wiper requires attention
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  14. Pass41,087 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    41,087 miles
    Test number
    723854561690
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Lower Front suspension has slight movement at a suspension ball joint slight lift noted (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryDrivers door mirror/glass requires attention
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp masks/converters fitted
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Fail41,087 miles (+5,669)1 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,087 miles
    Test number
    475447421071
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Lower Front suspension has slight movement at a suspension ball joint slight lift noted (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryDrivers door mirror/glass requires attention
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp masks/converters fitted
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Pass35,418 miles (-541)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    35,418 miles
    Test number
    199288462159
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  17. Pass35,959 miles (+579)1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2012
    Odometer
    35,959 miles
    Test number
    107343431189
    • NoteHeadlamp masks/converters fitted

  18. Pass35,380 miles (+2,027)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    35,380 miles
    Test number
    152723490120
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  19. Pass33,353 miles (+71)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    33,353 miles
    Test number
    881046479104

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail33,282 miles (+2,910)1 failure1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,282 miles
    Test number
    112720269121
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryFront Steering damper slight oil seepage (2.2.C.1f)

  21. Pass30,372 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    30,372 miles
    Test number
    142490188474

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail30,372 miles (+3,903)2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,372 miles
    Test number
    690208678031
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • 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)
    • NoteAll tyre side walls are showing signs of perishing

  23. Pass26,469 miles (+3,655)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    26,469 miles
    Test number
    760631957059
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteBoth front tyre sidewalls perished

  24. Pass22,814 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    22,814 miles
    Test number
    331464026090

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about A12 UFB

Does A12 UFB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on A12 UFB expired on 5 Nov 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on A12 UFB?
The MOT on A12 UFB expired on 5 Nov 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has A12 UFB done?
A12 UFB was recorded at 49,748 miles at its MOT on 6 Nov 2023, an average of 1,515 miles a year.
Has A12 UFB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. A12 UFB has failed 10 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Nov 2023.
Has the mileage on A12 UFB ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 16 Jun 2012. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on A12 UFB find?
A12 UFB passed its latest MOT on 6 Nov 2023 with 8 advisories: brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corrosion noted to all 4 brake discs; nearside front lower suspension component ball joint has slight play; nearside headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output headlamp mask, and 5 more.

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