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Mercedes-Benz SLK

Black · Petrol · 2005 · 3,498 cc

K8 PBOMOT history

K8 PBO is a black petrol Mercedes-Benz SLK first used on 1 Mar 2005. Its MOT is valid until 16 Feb 2027 and it has passed 17 of 24 MOT tests, with 112,582 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Feb 2026.

K8 PBO black Mercedes-Benz Slk – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 16 Feb 2027
Mileage
112,582 mi
At MOT on 17 Feb 2026
MOT tests
24
17 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,754 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K8 PBO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SLK
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,498 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
1 Mar 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K8 PBO was last recorded at 112,582 miles on 17 Feb 2026, 20 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
112,562 miles · 13 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
20 miles
Average per year
5,754 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 112,582 miles
  • 2024 – 106,429 miles
  • 2023 – 104,357 miles
  • 2022 – 100,679 miles
  • 2021 – 94,334 miles
  • 2020 – 88,388 miles
  • 2019 – 80,109 miles
  • 2018 – 71,513 miles
  • 2017 – 62,462 miles
  • 2016 – 52,576 miles
  • 2015 – 40,565 miles
  • 2014 – 37,584 miles
  • 2013 – 33,890 miles
  • 2012 – 31,092 miles
  • 2011 – 25,979 miles
  • 2010 – 19,394 miles
  • 2009 – 14,987 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass112,582 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryUnderbody corrosion on brakes, chassis and suspension components

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 Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2026

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2026

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

24 tests since 3 Mar 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass112,582 miles (+20)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    112,582 miles
    Test number
    572507948900
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody corrosion on brakes, chassis and suspension components

  2. Fail112,562 miles (+6,133)4 major14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,562 miles
    Test number
    105996368041
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake cable insecure (1.1.15 (c))
    • MajorRear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced NSR foot well (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Exhaust mounting defective NS central exhaust mount (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play NSF front control arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced NSF top mount (6.1.1 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Exhaust mounting defective OS central mounting (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play OSF front control arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Undertray not fully secure Hanging down (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced OSF top mount (6.1.1 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Rear subframe very corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass106,429 miles (+2,072)
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    106,429 miles
    Test number
    672920305321

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass104,357 miles (+3,678)
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    104,357 miles
    Test number
    772613168243

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass100,679 miles (+6,345)
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    100,679 miles
    Test number
    990379785252

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass94,334 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    94,334 miles
    Test number
    314563878320

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail94,334 miles (+5,946)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,334 miles
    Test number
    331158058299
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

  8. Pass88,388 miles (+8,279)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    88,388 miles
    Test number
    518252401262
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass80,109 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    80,109 miles
    Test number
    646169714512

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail80,109 miles (+8,596)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,109 miles
    Test number
    429279437351
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

  11. Pass71,513 miles (+9,051)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    71,513 miles
    Test number
    331354563027
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake flexi hose slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  12. Pass62,462 miles (+9,886)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    62,462 miles
    Test number
    905635405069

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass52,576 miles (+12,011)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    52,576 miles
    Test number
    148440078042

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail40,565 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,565 miles
    Test number
    497333555123
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  15. Pass40,565 miles (+2,981)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    40,565 miles
    Test number
    978963055187

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass37,584 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    37,584 miles
    Test number
    497469414167
    • NoteRear exhaust stablizer bar corroded and snapped exhaust system still supported ok

  17. Fail37,584 miles (+3,694)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,584 miles
    Test number
    596899414102
    • FailureNearside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated and cannot function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated and cannot function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • NoteRear exhaust stablizer bar corroded and snapped exhaust system still supported ok

  18. Pass33,890 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    33,890 miles
    Test number
    239390923170
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  19. Fail33,890 miles (+2,798)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,890 miles
    Test number
    277189113115
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  20. Pass31,092 miles (+5,113)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    31,092 miles
    Test number
    329021322112

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass25,979 miles (+6,585)1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    25,979 miles
    Test number
    248480871017
    • NoteNearside rear tyre punctured

  22. Pass19,394 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    19,394 miles
    Test number
    362588160061

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail19,393 miles (+4,406)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,393 miles
    Test number
    464992960061
    • FailureNearside Rear Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension damaged (2.4.G.4a)

  24. Pass14,987 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    14,987 miles
    Test number
    970662969035

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about K8 PBO

Does K8 PBO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K8 PBO is valid until 16 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on K8 PBO?
The MOT on K8 PBO is valid until 16 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K8 PBO done?
K8 PBO was recorded at 112,582 miles at its MOT on 17 Feb 2026, an average of 5,754 miles a year.
Has K8 PBO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K8 PBO has failed 7 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on K8 PBO 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 K8 PBO find?
K8 PBO passed its latest MOT on 17 Feb 2026 with 2 advisories: rear lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all; underbody corrosion on brakes, chassis and suspension components.

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