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Mercedes-Benz SLK

Black · Petrol · 1997 · 2,298 cc

L15 CLGMOT history

L15 CLG is a black petrol Mercedes-Benz SLK first used on 8 Oct 1997. Its MOT expired on 22 Nov 2025 and it has passed 21 of 30 MOT tests, with 170,253 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Nov 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 22 Nov 2025
Mileage
170,253 mi
At MOT on 22 Nov 2024
MOT tests
30
21 passed · 9 failed
Per year
5,946 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L15 CLG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SLK
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,298 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
8 Oct 1997
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 Nov 2025
Latest MOT test
22 Nov 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

L15 CLG was last recorded at 170,253 miles on 22 Nov 2024, 5,912 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Nov 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
164,341 miles · 23 Nov 2023
Between the last two tests
5,912 miles
Average per year
5,946 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 170,253 miles
  • 2023 – 164,341 miles
  • 2022 – 158,133 miles
  • 2021 – 151,130 miles
  • 2020 – 143,973 miles
  • 2019 – 140,782 miles
  • 2018 – 137,903 miles
  • 2017 – 134,614 miles
  • 2016 – 130,463 miles
  • 2015 – 118,122 miles
  • 2014 – 109,573 miles
  • 2013 – 103,051 miles
  • 2012 – 98,969 miles
  • 2011 – 98,143 miles
  • 2010 – 97,109 miles
  • 2009 – 88,632 miles
  • 2008 – 80,644 miles
  • 2007 – 72,845 miles
  • 2006 – 59,383 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass170,253 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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.

  • Front Wheel bearing has slight play both sides

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Oil leak, but not excessive diff

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Rear Coil spring corroded both sides

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides both also perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

30 tests since 1 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass170,253 miles (+5,912)3 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    170,253 miles
    Test number
    310391867723
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Pass164,341 miles (+14)2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    164,341 miles
    Test number
    505413709886
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides both also perishing (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play both sides (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides both also perishing (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Fail164,327 miles (+6,194)3 major2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,327 miles
    Test number
    313580927103
    • MajorFront Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides both also perishing (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play both sides (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides both also perishing (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass158,133 miles (+7,003)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    158,133 miles
    Test number
    975399304937
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play both sides (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  5. Pass151,130 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    151,130 miles
    Test number
    349188480133
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive By rear suspension mounts (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  6. Fail151,130 miles (+7,157)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,130 miles
    Test number
    248491298582
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Body panel corroded and likely to cause injury wing (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive By rear suspension mounts (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  7. Pass143,973 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    143,973 miles
    Test number
    330255994769
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Rear suspension and sub frame mounts (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  8. Fail143,973 miles (+3,191)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,973 miles
    Test number
    337436389202
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Rear suspension and sub frame mounts (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  9. Pass140,782 miles (+2,879)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    140,782 miles
    Test number
    985041791022
    • AdvisoryBoth headlamps poor beam pattern
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Corrosion on rear sub frame mounting points (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front tyres worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass137,903 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    137,903 miles
    Test number
    707866671703
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion on rear sub frame and associated mounts

  11. Fail137,903 miles (+3,289)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,903 miles
    Test number
    922277118843
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion on rear sub frame and associated mounts

  12. Pass134,614 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    134,614 miles
    Test number
    180273283208
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear chassis cording around subframe mount
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryIndicator switch loose
    • AdvisoryUnder shields fitted obscureing some tesable items

  13. Fail134,614 miles (+4,151)2 failures8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,614 miles
    Test number
    962351005083
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear chassis cording around subframe mount
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryIndicator switch loose
    • AdvisoryUnder shields fitted obscureing some tesable items

  14. Pass130,463 miles (+12,341)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    130,463 miles
    Test number
    287372518795
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear signs of surface corrosion on chassis
    • AdvisoryIndicator /wiper stalk not fully secure to coloumn
    • AdvisorySlight dulling on both headlamps

  15. Pass118,122 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    118,122 miles
    Test number
    535328279662

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail118,122 miles (+5,078)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,122 miles
    Test number
    544063215516
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  17. Pass113,044 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    113,044 miles
    Test number
    965434385104

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail113,044 miles (+3,471)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,044 miles
    Test number
    238883585121
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  19. Fail109,573 miles10 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,573 miles
    Test number
    166372224339
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

  20. Pass109,573 miles (+6,522)
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    109,573 miles
    Test number
    219672724398

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass103,051 miles (+5)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    103,051 miles
    Test number
    376143323330
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteBoth front tyres heavily worn on inner edge
    • NoteStrong smell of petrol around offside rear but no leak found

  22. Fail103,046 miles (+4,077)1 failure2 repaired2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,046 miles
    Test number
    406822823401
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteBoth front tyres heavily worn on inner edge
    • NoteStrong smell of petrol around offside rear but no leak found

  23. Pass98,969 miles (+826)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    98,969 miles
    Test number
    135248642344
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • NoteOffside front tyre deteriorated and low air preasure
    • NoteRear tyre`s deteriorated

  24. Pass98,143 miles (+1,034)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    98,143 miles
    Test number
    868405731305

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass97,109 miles (+2,084)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    97,109 miles
    Test number
    953024860364

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass95,025 miles (+6,393)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    95,025 miles
    Test number
    203904900036

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass88,632 miles (+7,988)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    88,632 miles
    Test number
    273077479017
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  28. Pass80,644 miles (+7,799)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    80,644 miles
    Test number
    421375578006

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass72,845 miles (+13,462)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    72,845 miles
    Test number
    550816377020
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  30. Pass59,383 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    59,383 miles
    Test number
    764671096053

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L15 CLG

Does L15 CLG currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L15 CLG expired on 22 Nov 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L15 CLG?
The MOT on L15 CLG expired on 22 Nov 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L15 CLG done?
L15 CLG was recorded at 170,253 miles at its MOT on 22 Nov 2024, an average of 5,946 miles a year.
Has L15 CLG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L15 CLG has failed 9 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Nov 2023.
Has the mileage on L15 CLG 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 L15 CLG find?
L15 CLG passed its latest MOT on 22 Nov 2024 with 3 minor defects and 8 advisories: nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; nearside front track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; offside front lower suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated, and 8 more.

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