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Black · Diesel · 2013 · 2,143 cc

C5 HWBMOT history

C5 HWB is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz SLK first used on 1 Mar 2013. Its MOT is valid until 20 Aug 2027 and it has passed 11 of 19 MOT tests, with 78,374 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Aug 2026.

C5 HWB black Mercedes-Benz Slk – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 20 Aug 2027
Mileage
78,374 mi
At MOT on 11 Aug 2026
MOT tests
19
11 passed · 8 failed
Per year
5,564 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
C5 HWB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SLK
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,143 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
1 Mar 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
11 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

C5 HWB was last recorded at 78,374 miles on 11 Aug 2026, 16 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Aug 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
78,358 miles · 7 Aug 2026
Between the last two tests
16 miles
Average per year
5,564 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 78,374 miles
  • 2025 – 75,511 miles
  • 2024 – 71,318 miles
  • 2023 – 68,018 miles
  • 2022 – 63,013 miles
  • 2021 – 59,687 miles
  • 2020 – 58,098 miles
  • 2019 – 55,171 miles
  • 2018 – 46,459 miles
  • 2017 – 35,957 miles
  • 2016 – 22,835 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass78,374 miles
  • MinorCentral Obligatory mirror slightly loose interior mirror (3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2026

  • Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2026

  • Obligatory mirror slightly loose inner mirror

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2020–2025

Full MOT history

19 tests since 17 Aug 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass78,374 miles (+16)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    78,374 miles
    Test number
    173786821955
    • MinorCentral Obligatory mirror slightly loose interior mirror (3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail78,358 miles (+2,847)6 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,358 miles
    Test number
    155504801450
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorCentral Obligatory mirror slightly loose interior mirror (3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass75,511 miles (+4)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    75,511 miles
    Test number
    845823728869
    • MinorObligatory mirror slightly loose inner mirror (3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail75,507 miles (+4,189)2 dangerous1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,507 miles
    Test number
    258544644437
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MinorObligatory mirror slightly loose inner mirror (3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass71,318 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    71,318 miles
    Test number
    202740046397

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail71,308 miles (+3,290)7 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,308 miles
    Test number
    605448735471
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Front-most arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Front-most arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Rear-most arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass68,018 miles (+5,005)
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    68,018 miles
    Test number
    684658546497

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass63,013 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    63,013 miles
    Test number
    993397085865
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Fail63,013 miles (+3,326)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,013 miles
    Test number
    948380770675
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Pass59,687 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    59,687 miles
    Test number
    141364664056

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail59,683 miles (+1,585)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,683 miles
    Test number
    155358185331
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorObligatory mirror insecure (3.3 (b) (ii))

  12. Pass58,098 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    58,098 miles
    Test number
    207304947840

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail58,098 miles (+2,927)2 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,098 miles
    Test number
    861105967067
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  14. Pass55,171 miles (+121)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    55,171 miles
    Test number
    811344259766
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres close to limit

  15. Fail55,050 miles (+8,591)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,050 miles
    Test number
    374226244488
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres close to limit

  16. Pass46,459 miles (+10,502)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    46,459 miles
    Test number
    598571556159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass35,957 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    35,957 miles
    Test number
    926455581162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail35,956 miles (+13,121)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,956 miles
    Test number
    328798310670
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass22,835 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    22,835 miles
    Test number
    241394012202
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about C5 HWB

Does C5 HWB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on C5 HWB is valid until 20 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on C5 HWB?
The MOT on C5 HWB 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 C5 HWB done?
C5 HWB was recorded at 78,374 miles at its MOT on 11 Aug 2026, an average of 5,564 miles a year.
Has C5 HWB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. C5 HWB has failed 8 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on C5 HWB 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 HWB find?
C5 HWB passed its latest MOT on 11 Aug 2026 with 1 minor defect: central obligatory mirror slightly loose interior mirror.

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