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Mercedes-Benz SLK

Red · Petrol · 1997 · 2,298 cc

L200 EMAMOT history

L200 EMA is a red petrol Mercedes-Benz SLK first used on 1 Aug 1997. Its MOT expired on 16 May 2024 and it has passed 17 of 25 MOT tests, with 127,675 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 May 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 16 May 2024
Mileage
127,675 mi
At MOT on 17 May 2023
MOT tests
25
17 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,326 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L200 EMA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SLK
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,298 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
1 Aug 1997
MOT status
MOT expired on 16 May 2024
Latest MOT test
17 May 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

L200 EMA was last recorded at 127,675 miles on 17 May 2023, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 May 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
127,672 miles · 15 May 2023
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
4,326 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 127,675 miles
  • 2022 – 127,595 miles
  • 2021 – 125,081 miles
  • 2020 – 123,863 miles
  • 2018 – 121,802 miles
  • 2017 – 120,394 miles
  • 2016 – 116,788 miles
  • 2015 – 116,064 miles
  • 2014 – 114,985 miles
  • 2013 – 111,923 miles
  • 2012 – 109,166 miles
  • 2011 – 107,301 miles
  • 2010 – 96,503 miles
  • 2009 – 85,174 miles
  • 2008 – 70,208 miles
  • 2006 – 56,706 miles
  • 2005 – 51,106 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass127,675 miles
  • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

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.

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault

    Major3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 26%

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer wall damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • All aux engine drive belts deteriorating

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

25 tests since 3 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass127,675 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2024
    Odometer
    127,675 miles
    Test number
    807816657048
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))
  2. Fail127,672 miles (+77)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,672 miles
    Test number
    971714268610
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  3. Pass127,595 miles (+42)1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    127,595 miles
    Test number
    808318489043
    • MinorNearside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Upper Fuel hose deteriorated fuel hose cracking / perishing (6.1.3 (c) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower front lower fog lamp inoperative
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre is also cut but not deep enough to reach ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre is also starting to wear low (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged Tyre side wall damaged, has previously been driven flat (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive all rear mounting points on the sub frame (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  4. Fail127,553 miles (+2,472)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,553 miles
    Test number
    910613930657
    • MajorCentral Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorHeadlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
  5. Pass125,081 miles1 dangerous8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    125,081 miles
    Test number
    134348783221
    • DangerousBonnet stay strut not functioning as intended
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 26% (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer wall damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll aux engine drive belts deteriorating
    • AdvisoryAll four shock absorber casings corroded
    • AdvisoryFuel tank filler cap seal deteriorating
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel
  6. Fail125,081 miles (+1,218)1 dangerous5 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,081 miles
    Test number
    102157886192
    • DangerousBonnet stay strut not functioning as intended
    • MajorExhaust system insecure both front and next exhaust hangers broken (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 26% (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer wall damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll aux engine drive belts deteriorating
    • AdvisoryAll four shock absorber casings corroded
    • AdvisoryFuel tank filler cap seal deteriorating
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel
  7. Pass123,863 miles2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    123,863 miles
    Test number
    775976906901
    • MinorOffside Rear Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisorySurface rust and corrosion, vehicle structure is corroded underneath body of vehicle + front & rear suspension components
    • AdvisoryCoolant level low
  8. Fail123,863 miles (+2,061)2 repaired2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,863 miles
    Test number
    842614422106
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Rear Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisorySurface rust and corrosion, vehicle structure is corroded underneath body of vehicle + front & rear suspension components
    • AdvisoryCoolant level low
  9. Pass121,802 miles (+47)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    121,802 miles
    Test number
    776160079542
    • AdvisoryBrake wear indicator warning lamp illuminated
    • AdvisoryExhaust hanger at gearbox broken
  10. Fail121,755 miles (+1,361)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,755 miles
    Test number
    885700237367
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear lamp lens damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre wearing both edges
    • AdvisoryBrake wear indicator warning lamp illuminated
    • AdvisoryExhaust hanger at gearbox broken
  11. Pass120,394 miles (+3,606)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    120,394 miles
    Test number
    481204341737
    • AdvisoryBrake warning was on but is now off
    • AdvisoryCoolant level warning is on
    • AdvisoryStarted to overheat during emission test
  12. Pass116,788 miles (+724)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    116,788 miles
    Test number
    567625938913
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 15% (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryCoolant level was low
  13. Pass116,064 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    116,064 miles
    Test number
    347608095086

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail116,063 miles (+1,078)2 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,063 miles
    Test number
    808118595025
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteFront exhaust bracket broken but system still supported
  15. Pass114,985 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    114,985 miles
    Test number
    186116984460

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail114,985 miles (+3,062)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,985 miles
    Test number
    137595684479
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
  17. Pass111,923 miles (+2,757)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    111,923 miles
    Test number
    185332793081
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteBoot not closing properly
    • NoteNearside wiper split but still clearing screen
  18. Fail109,166 miles2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,166 miles
    Test number
    696377282075
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  19. Pass109,166 miles (+1,865)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    109,166 miles
    Test number
    705467482098
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  20. Pass107,301 miles (+10,798)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    107,301 miles
    Test number
    129083131462

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass96,503 miles (+11,329)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    96,503 miles
    Test number
    750891450014
    • 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)
  22. Pass85,174 miles (+14,966)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    85,174 miles
    Test number
    884156759089

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass70,208 miles (+13,502)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    70,208 miles
    Test number
    121407018466
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  24. Pass56,706 miles (+5,600)
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    56,706 miles
    Test number
    180612546205

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass51,106 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    51,106 miles
    Test number
    993686845244

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L200 EMA

Does L200 EMA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L200 EMA expired on 16 May 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L200 EMA?
The MOT on L200 EMA expired on 16 May 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L200 EMA done?
L200 EMA was recorded at 127,675 miles at its MOT on 17 May 2023, an average of 4,326 miles a year.
Has L200 EMA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L200 EMA has failed 8 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 15 May 2023.
Has the mileage on L200 EMA 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 EMA find?
L200 EMA passed its latest MOT on 17 May 2023 with 1 advisory: supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate.

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