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Mercedes-Benz SLK

Black · Petrol · 1998 · 2,295 cc

C5 GHDMOT history

C5 GHD is a black petrol Mercedes-Benz SLK first used on 26 Aug 1998. Its MOT expired on 23 Mar 2023 and it has passed 17 of 28 MOT tests, with 138,386 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Mar 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 23 Mar 2023
Mileage
138,386 mi
At MOT on 23 Mar 2022
MOT tests
28
17 passed · 11 failed
Per year
4,388 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
C5 GHD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SLK
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,295 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
26 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 23 Mar 2023
Latest MOT test
23 Mar 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

C5 GHD was last recorded at 138,386 miles on 23 Mar 2022, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Mar 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
138,386 miles · 22 Mar 2022
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
4,388 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 138,386 miles
  • 2021 – 136,890 miles
  • 2020 – 136,244 miles
  • 2019 – 135,226 miles
  • 2018 – 133,522 miles
  • 2017 – 131,734 miles
  • 2016 – 126,491 miles
  • 2015 – 124,749 miles
  • 2014 – 121,863 miles
  • 2013 – 116,726 miles
  • 2012 – 109,473 miles
  • 2011 – 98,729 miles
  • 2010 – 90,167 miles
  • 2009 – 86,932 miles
  • 2008 – 82,517 miles
  • 2007 – 77,174 miles
  • 2006 – 69,537 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass138,386 miles
  • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2020
  • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2011–2016

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2016

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

28 tests since 14 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass138,386 miles2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    138,386 miles
    Test number
    364881268493
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail138,386 miles (+1,496)3 major3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,386 miles
    Test number
    744396102439
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass136,890 miles (+646)3 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    136,890 miles
    Test number
    874628336094
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass136,244 miles2 minor
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    136,244 miles
    Test number
    234390380554
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  5. Fail136,244 miles (+1,018)4 major2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,244 miles
    Test number
    474514984149
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass135,226 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    135,226 miles
    Test number
    964400416884
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Fail135,226 miles (+1,704)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,226 miles
    Test number
    776710364995
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass133,522 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    133,522 miles
    Test number
    404610312793

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail133,522 miles (+1,788)4 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,522 miles
    Test number
    583871008086
    • Repaired at testNearside Front All position lamps have a product on the light sources so they are not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • Repaired at testNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

  10. Pass131,734 miles (+7)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    131,734 miles
    Test number
    847153140045
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  11. Fail131,727 miles (+5,236)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,727 miles
    Test number
    241037765795
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  12. Pass126,491 miles (+1,742)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    126,491 miles
    Test number
    601749657438
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryFuel pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryHand brake only just met efficiency 16%

  13. Pass124,749 miles (+2,886)4 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    124,749 miles
    Test number
    126517075495
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteCorrosion developing on fuel pipes
    • NoteExhaust system corroded & thin at brackets & joints
    • NoteO/s/r under tray support bar corroded
    • NoteOil leak at rear diff

  14. Pass121,863 miles (+10)7 advisories9 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    121,863 miles
    Test number
    336840284006
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteAll shock absorbers have corroded outer casings.
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteN/S/F lens cracked
    • NoteO/S/R support bar excessivly corroded (not structural)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlay in prop-shaft centre bearing
    • NoteSlight play in steering pitman arm
    • NoteRear diff leak

  15. Fail121,853 miles (+5,127)10 failures7 advisories6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,853 miles
    Test number
    196734374464
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteAll shock absorbers have corroded outer casings.
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlay in prop-shaft centre bearing
    • NoteRear diff leak

  16. Pass116,726 miles5 advisories6 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    116,726 miles
    Test number
    639267173084
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteMain beam tell tail dose not illuminate
    • NoteN/S/F fog light lens damaged
    • NoteOil leak from rear diff
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  17. Fail116,726 miles (+7,253)3 failures1 repaired5 advisories6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,726 miles
    Test number
    217030873087
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteMain beam tell tail dose not illuminate
    • NoteN/S/F fog light lens damaged
    • NoteOil leak from rear diff
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  18. Fail109,473 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,473 miles
    Test number
    778495552071
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  19. Pass109,473 miles (+10,744)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    109,473 miles
    Test number
    825835752016
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  20. Pass98,729 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    98,729 miles
    Test number
    318844361059
    • NoteBoth front brake discs corroded on faces

  21. Fail98,729 miles (+8,562)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,729 miles
    Test number
    418763161063
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth front brake discs corroded on faces

  22. Pass90,167 miles (+1)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    90,167 miles
    Test number
    423338660021
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNearside front tyre cracked

  23. Fail90,166 miles (+3,234)2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,166 miles
    Test number
    531817360084
    • FailureCentre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNearside front tyre cracked

  24. Pass86,932 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    86,932 miles
    Test number
    630309259148
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  25. Fail86,930 miles (+4,413)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,930 miles
    Test number
    921389459103
    • FailureCentre Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake grabbing severely (3.7.A.5b)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  26. Pass82,517 miles (+5,343)
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2009
    Odometer
    82,517 miles
    Test number
    203976738401

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass77,174 miles (+7,637)
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    77,174 miles
    Test number
    402020417101

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass69,537 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    69,537 miles
    Test number
    290795296449

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about C5 GHD

Does C5 GHD currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on C5 GHD expired on 23 Mar 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on C5 GHD?
The MOT on C5 GHD expired on 23 Mar 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has C5 GHD done?
C5 GHD was recorded at 138,386 miles at its MOT on 23 Mar 2022, an average of 4,388 miles a year.
Has C5 GHD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. C5 GHD has failed 11 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Mar 2022.
Has the mileage on C5 GHD 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 C5 GHD find?
C5 GHD passed its latest MOT on 23 Mar 2022 with 2 minor defects and 4 advisories: nearside headlamp lens slightly defective; offside headlamp lens slightly defective; nearside play in steering rack inner joint(s), and 3 more.

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