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Black · Petrol · 2009 · 1,998 cc

K40 AUJMOT history

K40 AUJ is a black petrol Mercedes-Benz SLK first used on 15 Apr 2009. Its MOT is valid until 24 Jul 2027 and it has passed 15 of 17 MOT tests, with 32,611 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Jul 2026.

K40 AUJ black Mercedes-Benz Slk – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 24 Jul 2027
Mileage
32,611 mi
At MOT on 20 Jul 2026
MOT tests
17
15 passed · 2 failed
Per year
1,815 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K40 AUJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SLK
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
15 Apr 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K40 AUJ was last recorded at 32,611 miles on 20 Jul 2026, 3,674 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
28,937 miles · 25 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
3,674 miles
Average per year
1,815 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 32,611 miles
  • 2025 – 28,937 miles
  • 2024 – 27,927 miles
  • 2023 – 26,489 miles
  • 2022 – 25,333 miles
  • 2021 – 24,096 miles
  • 2020 – 23,273 miles
  • 2019 – 22,446 miles
  • 2018 – 20,944 miles
  • 2017 – 19,661 miles
  • 2016 – 18,486 miles
  • 2015 – 16,325 miles
  • 2014 – 14,851 miles
  • 2013 – 13,987 miles
  • 2012 – 7,159 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass32,611 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.

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Items removed from driver's view prior to test

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

17 tests since 10 Jul 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass32,611 miles (+3,674)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    32,611 miles
    Test number
    981635690463

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass28,937 miles (+1,010)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    28,937 miles
    Test number
    316621691621

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass27,927 miles (+1,438)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    27,927 miles
    Test number
    149080743589
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  4. Pass26,489 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    26,489 miles
    Test number
    277226779687

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail26,489 miles (+1,156)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,489 miles
    Test number
    161778278360
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure outer side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  6. Pass25,333 miles (+1,237)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    25,333 miles
    Test number
    841589611269
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  7. Pass24,096 miles (+823)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    24,096 miles
    Test number
    624479009197
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  8. Pass23,273 miles (+827)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    23,273 miles
    Test number
    815320254985
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both front (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  9. Pass22,446 miles (+1,502)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    22,446 miles
    Test number
    841156594081
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  10. Pass20,944 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    20,944 miles
    Test number
    345892092637

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail20,936 miles (+1,275)2 dangerous1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,936 miles
    Test number
    810295403026
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm below 1mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm below 1mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
  12. Pass19,661 miles (+1,175)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    19,661 miles
    Test number
    936138875215
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit center of tread worn below Tyre Wear Indicater (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit center of tread worn below Tyre Wear Indicator (4.1.E.1)
  13. Pass18,486 miles (+2,161)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    18,486 miles
    Test number
    725238030622
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryLower under trays fitted obscuring testable components
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit centre of tread on Tyre Wear Indictor (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside nearside screen wiper blade ineffective
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Tread centre on Tyre Wear Indictor (4.1.E.1)
  14. Pass16,325 miles (+1,474)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    16,325 miles
    Test number
    456966275796
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted
  15. Pass14,851 miles (+864)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    14,851 miles
    Test number
    837072544297
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  16. Pass13,987 miles (+6,828)1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    13,987 miles
    Test number
    108422473171
    • NoteBoth front tyres deteriorated.
  17. Pass7,159 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    7,159 miles
    Test number
    357892392118
    • NoteFront tyres deteriorated
    • NoteO/s/f fog inop
    • NoteRear tyres deteriorated

Questions about K40 AUJ

Does K40 AUJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K40 AUJ is valid until 24 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on K40 AUJ?
The MOT on K40 AUJ is valid until 24 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K40 AUJ done?
K40 AUJ was recorded at 32,611 miles at its MOT on 20 Jul 2026, an average of 1,815 miles a year.
Has K40 AUJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K40 AUJ has failed 2 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Aug 2023.
Has the mileage on K40 AUJ 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 K40 AUJ find?
K40 AUJ passed its latest MOT on 20 Jul 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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