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Silver · Petrol · 2005 · 1,998 cc

L200 EJLMOT history

L200 EJL is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz SLK first used on 17 Jan 2005. Its MOT is valid until 14 Jun 2027 and it has passed 18 of 29 MOT tests, with 172,851 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 May 2026.

L200 EJL silver Mercedes-Benz Slk – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 14 Jun 2027
Mileage
172,851 mi
At MOT on 18 May 2026
MOT tests
29
18 passed · 11 failed
Per year
6,742 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L200 EJL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SLK
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
17 Jan 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
18 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L200 EJL was last recorded at 172,851 miles on 18 May 2026, 1,253 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
171,598 miles · 10 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
1,253 miles
Average per year
6,742 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 172,851 miles
  • 2025 – 171,598 miles
  • 2024 – 166,384 miles
  • 2023 – 163,647 miles
  • 2022 – 151,966 miles
  • 2021 – 140,606 miles
  • 2020 – 135,977 miles
  • 2017 – 129,841 miles
  • 2015 – 109,444 miles
  • 2014 – 97,495 miles
  • 2013 – 90,610 miles
  • 2012 – 86,890 miles
  • 2011 – 83,145 miles
  • 2010 – 77,412 miles
  • 2009 – 70,722 miles
  • 2008 – 64,931 miles
  • 2007 – 48,679 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass172,851 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.

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Nearside Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Offside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted

    Minor3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

Full MOT history

29 tests since 17 Dec 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass172,851 miles (+1,253)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    172,851 miles
    Test number
    129040913874

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass171,598 miles (+5,214)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    171,598 miles
    Test number
    128727288838
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both side (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Pass166,384 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    166,384 miles
    Test number
    858370890095
    • MinorOffside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Fail166,384 miles (+2,737)2 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,384 miles
    Test number
    218754820672
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Rearward (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rearward (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective Both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass163,647 miles (+5)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    163,647 miles
    Test number
    607872719061
    • MinorOffside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail163,642 miles (+11,676)1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,642 miles
    Test number
    476199734651
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt front arm (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass151,966 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    151,966 miles
    Test number
    970182229673
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Damp on inside of calliper but with no evidence of any leaks.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Rearmost ball joint. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Front ball joint. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  8. Fail151,966 miles (+11,360)2 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,966 miles
    Test number
    542580464853
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Lens clouded. (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Lens clouded (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Damp on inside of calliper but with no evidence of any leaks.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Rearmost ball joint. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Front ball joint. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  9. Pass140,606 miles (+10)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    140,606 miles
    Test number
    382931584803
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security FLOOR SEAT MOUNTING AREA (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security FLOOR SEAT MOUNTING AREA (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  10. Fail140,596 miles (+4,619)3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,596 miles
    Test number
    640508151622
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security FLOOR SEAT MOUNTING AREA (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security FLOOR SEAT MOUNTING AREA (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  11. Pass135,977 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2021
    Odometer
    135,977 miles
    Test number
    401493030385
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (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))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  12. Fail135,977 miles (+6,136)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,977 miles
    Test number
    730344247073
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (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))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  13. Pass129,841 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    129,841 miles
    Test number
    866971562813
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryAll discs corroding on inner surfaces

  14. Fail129,841 miles (+3,091)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,841 miles
    Test number
    627307440081
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush lower front (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush lower rear (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryAll discs corroding on inner surfaces

  15. Pass126,750 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    126,750 miles
    Test number
    162057788570
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Fail126,749 miles (+17,305)1 dangerous2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,749 miles
    Test number
    286217023784
    • DangerousNearside Front Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 27% (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass109,444 miles (+205)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    109,444 miles
    Test number
    888222377016
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNail in nearside front tyre
    • AdvisoryParking brake only just met performance 18%

  18. Fail109,239 miles (+11,744)1 dangerous4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,239 miles
    Test number
    818167865691
    • DangerousNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear at rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Road wheel fractured (4.2.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear at rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNail in nearside front tyre
    • AdvisoryParking brake only just met performance 18%

  19. Pass97,495 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    97,495 miles
    Test number
    249332954258
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Fail97,495 miles (+6,885)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,495 miles
    Test number
    189312054212
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  21. Pass90,610 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    90,610 miles
    Test number
    685574003282

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. FailMileage not read3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    666873303262
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  23. Pass86,890 miles (+3,745)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    86,890 miles
    Test number
    776041532267

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass83,145 miles (+5,733)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    83,145 miles
    Test number
    797768421281

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass77,412 miles (+6,690)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    77,412 miles
    Test number
    203787640289

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass70,722 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    70,722 miles
    Test number
    474897349267

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail70,722 miles (+5,791)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,722 miles
    Test number
    622267549212
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  28. Pass64,931 miles (+16,252)
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    64,931 miles
    Test number
    790119528376

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass48,679 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    48,679 miles
    Test number
    581391557307
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Questions about L200 EJL

Does L200 EJL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L200 EJL is valid until 14 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on L200 EJL?
The MOT on L200 EJL is valid until 14 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L200 EJL done?
L200 EJL was recorded at 172,851 miles at its MOT on 18 May 2026, an average of 6,742 miles a year.
Has L200 EJL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L200 EJL has failed 11 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 29 May 2024.
Has the mileage on L200 EJL 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 L200 EJL find?
L200 EJL passed its latest MOT on 18 May 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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