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Mercedes-Benz SLK

Black · Petrol · 2005 · 1,998 cc

K24 SHLMOT history

K24 SHL is a black petrol Mercedes-Benz SLK first used on 6 Sept 2005. Its MOT is valid until 23 Nov 2026 and it has passed 18 of 31 MOT tests, with 150,516 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Nov 2025.

K24 SHL black Mercedes-Benz Slk – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Mercedes-Benz Slk, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 23 Nov 2026
Mileage
150,516 mi
At MOT on 24 Nov 2025
MOT tests
31
18 passed · 13 failed
Per year
5,784 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K24 SHL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SLK
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
6 Sept 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
24 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

K24 SHL was last recorded at 150,516 miles on 24 Nov 2025, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
150,516 miles · 20 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
5,784 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 150,516 miles
  • 2024 – 144,141 miles
  • 2023 – 133,453 miles
  • 2022 – 120,515 miles
  • 2021 – 119,977 miles
  • 2020 – 118,477 miles
  • 2019 – 116,849 miles
  • 2018 – 114,857 miles
  • 2017 – 113,300 miles
  • 2016 – 110,859 miles
  • 2015 – 106,367 miles
  • 2014 – 95,727 miles
  • 2013 – 87,130 miles
  • 2012 – 73,680 miles
  • 2011 – 67,126 miles
  • 2010 – 59,901 miles
  • 2009 – 52,411 miles
  • 2008 – 50,923 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass150,516 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Inside face. (1.1.14 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Outer tyre wall. (5.2.3 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Inside face. (1.1.14 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine. (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Corrosion to all rear suspension parts.Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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 Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits

    Major5 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits

    Major5 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits

    Major3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits

    Major3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both cloudy / scratched

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

31 tests since 5 Sept 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass150,516 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    150,516 miles
    Test number
    602773882980
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Inside face. (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Outer tyre wall. (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Inside face. (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Corrosion to all rear suspension parts.
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  2. Fail150,516 miles (+6,375)10 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,516 miles
    Test number
    751479047569
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault ESP Warning on dash. (7.12 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction Light on. (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Rear of 2. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Inside face. (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Outer tyre wall. (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Inside face. (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 29%. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Corrosion to all rear suspension parts.
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  3. Pass144,141 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    144,141 miles
    Test number
    390373349779
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both cloudy / scratched (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  4. Fail144,141 miles (+275)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,141 miles
    Test number
    476277850329
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both cloudy / scratched (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  5. Fail143,866 miles (+10,413)1 dangerous8 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,866 miles
    Test number
    704489382542
    • DangerousOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt aluminium arm (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play steel arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVery long parking brake lever travel
  6. Pass133,453 miles (+527)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    133,453 miles
    Test number
    555368396327
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output x2 nsf osf (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play x2 nsf osf (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  7. Fail132,926 miles (+12,411)5 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,926 miles
    Test number
    962386632881
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Worn close to marker bars (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  8. Pass120,515 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    120,515 miles
    Test number
    300869298065

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail120,513 miles (+536)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,513 miles
    Test number
    554395909003
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp reflector seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
  10. Pass119,977 miles (+14)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    119,977 miles
    Test number
    618215544411
    • AdvisoryInner Brake disc worn, but not excessively ALl (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  11. Fail119,963 miles (+1,486)1 dangerous3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,963 miles
    Test number
    154702576090
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorParking brake inoperative on one side Both (1.4.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryInner Brake disc worn, but not excessively ALl (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  12. Pass118,477 miles (+1,628)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    118,477 miles
    Test number
    386228100686
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryParking brake just met the required efficiency
  13. Pass116,849 miles (+1,992)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    116,849 miles
    Test number
    706330937574

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass114,857 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    114,857 miles
    Test number
    520774461750
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective both (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  15. Fail114,857 miles (+1,557)1 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,857 miles
    Test number
    560816304227
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective both (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  16. Pass113,300 miles (+2,441)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    113,300 miles
    Test number
    765699938130
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
  17. Pass110,859 miles (+1,276)
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    110,859 miles
    Test number
    150754950400

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail109,583 miles (+3,216)8 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,583 miles
    Test number
    274747856163
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Radius arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Radius arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  19. Pass106,367 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    106,367 miles
    Test number
    963959901876
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisorySupplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)
  20. Fail106,367 miles (+2)3 dangerous1 failure6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,367 miles
    Test number
    129849443051
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded and leaking (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Braking system leaking brake pipe (3.6.A.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisorySupplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)
  21. Fail106,365 miles (+10,638)1 dangerous6 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,365 miles
    Test number
    698859815021
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded Leaking (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint Rear arm (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm Cracks in tread (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Rear arm (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Braking system leaking Leaking at a corroded section of pipe (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm Cracks in tread (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Front arm (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  22. Pass95,727 miles (+2)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    95,727 miles
    Test number
    825772904255
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteFront arms have play in suspension ball joints and bushes
  23. Fail95,725 miles (+8,595)6 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,725 miles
    Test number
    638268494134
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteFront arms have play in suspension ball joints and bushes
  24. Pass87,130 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    87,130 miles
    Test number
    309709973186
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteO/s centre exhaust bracket corroded
  25. Fail87,130 miles (+13,450)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,130 miles
    Test number
    635389873107
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteO/s centre exhaust bracket corroded
  26. Pass73,680 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2013
    Odometer
    73,680 miles
    Test number
    979103642180
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteWiper blades slightly deteriorated
  27. Fail73,680 miles (+6,554)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,680 miles
    Test number
    449932742103
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteWiper blades slightly deteriorated
  28. Pass67,126 miles (+7,225)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2012
    Odometer
    67,126 miles
    Test number
    928801051178
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteInner front discs worn&corroded
  29. Pass59,901 miles (+7,490)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2011
    Odometer
    59,901 miles
    Test number
    643552950191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass52,411 miles (+1,488)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    52,411 miles
    Test number
    830067279114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass50,923 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    50,923 miles
    Test number
    954309248226

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about K24 SHL

Does K24 SHL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K24 SHL is valid until 23 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on K24 SHL?
The MOT on K24 SHL is valid until 23 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K24 SHL done?
K24 SHL was recorded at 150,516 miles at its MOT on 24 Nov 2025, an average of 5,784 miles a year.
Has K24 SHL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K24 SHL has failed 13 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on K24 SHL 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 K24 SHL find?
K24 SHL passed its latest MOT on 24 Nov 2025 with 6 advisories: nearside front brake disc worn, but not excessively inside face.; nearside front tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer tyre wall.; offside front brake disc worn, but not excessively inside face., and 3 more.

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