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Mercedes-Benz SLK

Silver · Petrol · 1998 · 2,298 cc

K30 DSLMOT history

K30 DSL is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz SLK first used on 16 Jun 1998. Its MOT expired on 8 Jul 2023 and it has passed 17 of 23 MOT tests, with 143,010 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Jun 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 8 Jul 2023
Mileage
143,010 mi
At MOT on 11 Jun 2022
MOT tests
23
17 passed · 6 failed
Per year
6,796 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K30 DSL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SLK
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,298 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
16 Jun 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 8 Jul 2023
Latest MOT test
11 Jun 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

K30 DSL was last recorded at 143,010 miles on 11 Jun 2022, 1,194 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Jul 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
141,816 miles · 2 Jul 2021
Between the last two tests
1,194 miles
Average per year
6,796 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 143,010 miles
  • 2021 – 141,816 miles
  • 2020 – 138,408 miles
  • 2019 – 133,800 miles
  • 2018 – 129,106 miles
  • 2017 – 126,955 miles
  • 2015 – 124,071 miles
  • 2014 – 114,727 miles
  • 2013 – 104,633 miles
  • 2012 – 101,253 miles
  • 2011 – 100,439 miles
  • 2010 – 96,183 miles
  • 2009 – 83,446 miles
  • 2008 – 67,885 miles
  • 2007 – 51,215 miles
  • 2006 – 32,424 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass143,010 miles

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.

  • Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Front Exhaust system not adequately supported

    Failure2 MOTs, 2010–2014

Full MOT history

23 tests since 4 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass143,010 miles (+1,194)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    143,010 miles
    Test number
    250728685285

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass141,816 miles (+3,408)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    141,816 miles
    Test number
    977775274274

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass138,408 miles (+4,608)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    138,408 miles
    Test number
    734330377199

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass133,800 miles (+4,694)
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    133,800 miles
    Test number
    143889816071

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass129,106 miles (+2,151)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    129,106 miles
    Test number
    271346314353
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material where indicated (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass126,955 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    126,955 miles
    Test number
    110667202214
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Fuel Pipe/s corroded

  7. Fail126,954 miles (+2,883)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,954 miles
    Test number
    458143404193
    • FailureBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)
    • FailureHazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)
    • FailureHazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Fuel Pipe/s corroded

  8. Pass124,071 miles (+9,344)
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    124,071 miles
    Test number
    748195756785

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass114,727 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    114,727 miles
    Test number
    475764624405
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  10. Fail114,727 miles (+3,948)3 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,727 miles
    Test number
    266423224384
    • FailureDirection indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)
    • FailureHazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)
    • FailureHazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  11. Pass110,779 miles (+19)
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    110,779 miles
    Test number
    715937934086

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail110,760 miles (+6,127)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,760 miles
    Test number
    456435734045
    • FailureFront Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  13. Pass104,633 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    104,633 miles
    Test number
    995201983042

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail104,633 miles (+3,380)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,633 miles
    Test number
    717330283013
    • FailureDirection indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

  15. Pass101,253 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    101,253 miles
    Test number
    795628242050

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail101,251 miles (+812)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,251 miles
    Test number
    109447242467
    • FailureFront Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

  17. Pass100,439 miles (+4,256)
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    100,439 miles
    Test number
    318871001137

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass96,183 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    96,183 miles
    Test number
    181723560032
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteN/side rear tyre side wall damaged

  19. Fail96,183 miles (+12,737)1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,183 miles
    Test number
    112263060461
    • FailureFront Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteN/side rear tyre side wall damaged

  20. Pass83,446 miles (+15,561)8 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    83,446 miles
    Test number
    901749149099
    • NoteEngine oil leaks
    • NoteExhaust corroded
    • NoteFront discs lipped
    • NoteHeavy dampness around power steering box no leak found at time of test needs attention
    • NoteRear flexible brake hoses age cracking
    • NoteSlight play in n/s/f track rod end may need attention soon
    • NoteSlight play in steering system
    • NoteStone chips in windscreen

  21. Pass67,885 miles (+16,670)
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    67,885 miles
    Test number
    234329458088

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass51,215 miles (+18,791)
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    51,215 miles
    Test number
    111768357449

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass32,424 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    32,424 miles
    Test number
    681193766078

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about K30 DSL

Does K30 DSL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on K30 DSL expired on 8 Jul 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on K30 DSL?
The MOT on K30 DSL expired on 8 Jul 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has K30 DSL done?
K30 DSL was recorded at 143,010 miles at its MOT on 11 Jun 2022, an average of 6,796 miles a year.
Has K30 DSL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K30 DSL has failed 6 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Jun 2017.
Has the mileage on K30 DSL 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 K30 DSL find?
K30 DSL passed its latest MOT on 11 Jun 2022 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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