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Mercedes-Benz SLK

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 1,798 cc

K15 DMRMOT history

K15 DMR is a blue petrol Mercedes-Benz SLK first used on 21 Sept 2001. Its MOT is valid until 7 Apr 2027 and it has passed 20 of 23 MOT tests, with 101,198 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 7 Apr 2027
Mileage
101,198 mi
At MOT on 8 Apr 2026
MOT tests
23
20 passed · 3 failed
Per year
2,531 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K15 DMR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SLK
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,798 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
21 Sept 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K15 DMR was last recorded at 101,198 miles on 8 Apr 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
101,198 miles · 2 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
2,531 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 101,198 miles
  • 2025 – 98,820 miles
  • 2024 – 97,023 miles
  • 2023 – 94,361 miles
  • 2022 – 93,022 miles
  • 2021 – 91,854 miles
  • 2019 – 88,330 miles
  • 2018 – 84,324 miles
  • 2017 – 80,354 miles
  • 2015 – 78,564 miles
  • 2014 – 76,617 miles
  • 2013 – 73,008 miles
  • 2012 – 70,074 miles
  • 2011 – 68,258 miles
  • 2010 – 66,834 miles
  • 2009 – 65,332 miles
  • 2008 – 63,695 miles
  • 2007 – 59,945 miles
  • 2006 – 54,161 miles
  • 2005 – 49,590 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass101,198 miles
  • AdvisoryAll shock absorber casings corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside & Offside rear lower floor / rear quarter corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front inner wheel arch corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear position light slight damage/crackRecorded 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.

  • Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2011

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases central exhaust flange corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Centre exhaust corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2013

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2011

Full MOT history

23 tests since 15 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass101,198 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    101,198 miles
    Test number
    309086323541
    • AdvisoryAll shock absorber casings corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside & Offside rear lower floor / rear quarter corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front inner wheel arch corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear position light slight damage/crack

  2. Fail101,198 miles (+2,378)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,198 miles
    Test number
    248801241264
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll shock absorber casings corroded
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases central exhaust flange corroded (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside & Offside rear lower floor / rear quarter corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front inner wheel arch corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear position light slight damage/crack

  3. Pass98,820 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    98,820 miles
    Test number
    302677967830
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases central exhaust flange corroded (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing front and rear offside and nearside outer casings corroded but not leaking fluid (5.3.2 (b))

  4. Fail98,820 miles (+1,797)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,820 miles
    Test number
    565024024756
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Outer Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases central exhaust flange corroded (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing front and rear offside and nearside outer casings corroded but not leaking fluid (5.3.2 (b))

  5. Pass97,023 miles (+2,662)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    97,023 miles
    Test number
    338624379843
    • AdvisoryExhaust flange after CAT corroded
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective front downpipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass94,361 miles (+1,339)
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    94,361 miles
    Test number
    491483088269

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass93,022 miles (+1,168)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    93,022 miles
    Test number
    817453722168
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded BOTH FRONT (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass91,854 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    91,854 miles
    Test number
    920110254323

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail91,854 miles (+3,524)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,854 miles
    Test number
    755030971764
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass88,330 miles (+4,006)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    88,330 miles
    Test number
    265714121852
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust corroded

  11. Pass84,324 miles (+3,970)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2019
    Odometer
    84,324 miles
    Test number
    580695129326
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust corroded

  12. Pass80,354 miles (+1,790)
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2018
    Odometer
    80,354 miles
    Test number
    200750979490

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass78,564 miles (+1,947)
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    78,564 miles
    Test number
    386764992888

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass76,617 miles (+3,609)
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    76,617 miles
    Test number
    288823554319

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass73,008 miles (+2,934)5 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    73,008 miles
    Test number
    696343703375
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteExhaust corroded/deteriorated
    • NoteOil level getting low
    • NoteRear exhaust heatshield insecure

  16. Pass70,074 miles (+1,816)1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    70,074 miles
    Test number
    445331012441
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass68,258 miles (+1,424)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    68,258 miles
    Test number
    475868091237
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Pass66,834 miles (+1,502)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    66,834 miles
    Test number
    294005500319
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  19. Pass65,332 miles (+1,637)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    65,332 miles
    Test number
    163757919350
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  20. Pass63,695 miles (+3,750)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    63,695 miles
    Test number
    404392218421
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

  21. Pass59,945 miles (+5,784)
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    59,945 miles
    Test number
    143546817302

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass54,161 miles (+4,571)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    54,161 miles
    Test number
    990888416364
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  23. Pass49,590 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    49,590 miles
    Test number
    421149815489

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about K15 DMR

Does K15 DMR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K15 DMR is valid until 7 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on K15 DMR?
The MOT on K15 DMR is valid until 7 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K15 DMR done?
K15 DMR was recorded at 101,198 miles at its MOT on 8 Apr 2026, an average of 2,531 miles a year.
Has K15 DMR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K15 DMR has failed 3 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on K15 DMR 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 K15 DMR find?
K15 DMR passed its latest MOT on 8 Apr 2026 with 5 advisories: all shock absorber casings corroded; nearside & offside rear lower floor / rear quarter corroded; offside front inner drag link end ball joint has slight play, and 2 more.

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