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Mercedes-Benz SLK

Silver · Petrol · 1997 · 2,298 cc

FOS 851MOT history

FOS 851 is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz SLK first used on 15 Sept 1997. Its MOT is valid until 29 Jul 2027 and it has passed 21 of 23 MOT tests, with 43,297 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 29 Jul 2027
Mileage
43,297 mi
At MOT on 7 Jul 2026
MOT tests
23
21 passed · 2 failed
Per year
989 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
FOS 851
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SLK
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,298 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
15 Sept 1997
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

FOS 851 was last recorded at 43,297 miles on 7 Jul 2026, 905 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
42,392 miles · 8 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
905 miles
Average per year
989 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 43,297 miles
  • 2025 – 42,392 miles
  • 2024 – 41,548 miles
  • 2023 – 41,089 miles
  • 2022 – 40,315 miles
  • 2021 – 39,530 miles
  • 2020 – 38,820 miles
  • 2019 – 38,076 miles
  • 2018 – 37,199 miles
  • 2017 – 36,357 miles
  • 2016 – 35,451 miles
  • 2015 – 34,485 miles
  • 2014 – 33,508 miles
  • 2013 – 32,532 miles
  • 2012 – 31,511 miles
  • 2011 – 30,449 miles
  • 2010 – 29,436 miles
  • 2009 – 28,373 miles
  • 2008 – 27,053 miles
  • 2007 – 25,517 miles
  • 2006 – 23,518 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass43,297 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Coil spring corroded all

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

23 tests since 8 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass43,297 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    43,297 miles
    Test number
    650966830650

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail43,289 miles (+897)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,289 miles
    Test number
    595474094050
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass42,392 miles (+844)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    42,392 miles
    Test number
    544540305312
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Oil leak, but not excessive Slight leak on rear differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Worn and slightly scored both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Both front coil springs corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both front (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass41,548 miles (+459)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    41,548 miles
    Test number
    331755863289
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass41,089 miles (+774)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    41,089 miles
    Test number
    318478418701
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive Differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass40,315 miles (+785)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    40,315 miles
    Test number
    451969493446

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass39,530 miles (+710)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    39,530 miles
    Test number
    463317048525

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass38,820 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    38,820 miles
    Test number
    937127192287
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive rear axle (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Fail38,820 miles (+744)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,820 miles
    Test number
    847529185319
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive rear axle (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Pass38,076 miles (+877)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    38,076 miles
    Test number
    923162970777
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Pass37,199 miles (+842)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    37,199 miles
    Test number
    191586929222
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Pass36,357 miles (+906)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    36,357 miles
    Test number
    209648985962
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all (2.4.C.1b)

  13. Pass35,451 miles (+966)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    35,451 miles
    Test number
    913732426582
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  14. Pass34,485 miles (+977)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    34,485 miles
    Test number
    347308885101
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  15. Pass33,508 miles (+976)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    33,508 miles
    Test number
    907598684178
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  16. Pass32,532 miles (+1,021)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    32,532 miles
    Test number
    536846993159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass31,511 miles (+1,062)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    31,511 miles
    Test number
    749798792125

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass30,449 miles (+1,013)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    30,449 miles
    Test number
    307222991182

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass29,436 miles (+1,063)1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    29,436 miles
    Test number
    464690100297
    • NoteOil leak on rear axle

  20. Pass28,373 miles (+1,320)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    28,373 miles
    Test number
    273862199104

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass27,053 miles (+1,536)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    27,053 miles
    Test number
    512721608284

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass25,517 miles (+1,999)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    25,517 miles
    Test number
    103015197122

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass23,518 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    23,518 miles
    Test number
    222379586422

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about FOS 851

What vehicle is registration FOS 851 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show FOS 851 on a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz SLK first used on 15 Sept 1997. 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 FOS 851 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on FOS 851 is valid until 29 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on FOS 851?
The MOT on FOS 851 is valid until 29 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has FOS 851 done?
FOS 851 was recorded at 43,297 miles at its MOT on 7 Jul 2026, an average of 989 miles a year.
Has FOS 851 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. FOS 851 has failed 2 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on FOS 851 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 FOS 851 find?
FOS 851 passed its latest MOT on 7 Jul 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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