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White · Diesel · 2013 · 2,143 cc

L21 MLAMOT history

L21 MLA is a white diesel Mercedes-Benz SLK first used on 14 Jul 2013. Its MOT is valid until 13 Aug 2027 and it has passed 11 of 11 MOT tests, with 111,138 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Aug 2026.

L21 MLA white Mercedes-Benz Slk – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 13 Aug 2027
Mileage
111,138 mi
At MOT on 6 Aug 2026
MOT tests
11
11 passed · 0 failed
Per year
7,616 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L21 MLA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SLK
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,143 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
14 Jul 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L21 MLA was last recorded at 111,138 miles on 6 Aug 2026, 5,241 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
105,897 miles · 11 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
5,241 miles
Average per year
7,616 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 111,138 miles
  • 2025 – 105,897 miles
  • 2024 – 98,422 miles
  • 2023 – 92,062 miles
  • 2022 – 85,266 miles
  • 2021 – 77,484 miles
  • 2020 – 71,674 miles
  • 2019 – 61,957 miles
  • 2018 – 48,633 miles
  • 2017 – 38,433 miles
  • 2016 – 35,822 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass111,138 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2021

Full MOT history

11 tests since 15 Sept 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass111,138 miles (+5,241)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    111,138 miles
    Test number
    848967759836
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  2. Pass105,897 miles (+7,475)
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    105,897 miles
    Test number
    741131886562

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass98,422 miles (+6,360)
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    98,422 miles
    Test number
    487514641628

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass92,062 miles (+6,796)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    92,062 miles
    Test number
    230378510571
    • MinorFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated all both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play Both sides (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing on inner edge and perished 225/40/18 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  5. Pass85,266 miles (+7,782)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    85,266 miles
    Test number
    434597127389
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play Both sides (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Close to limit and wearing on inner 245/35/18 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Multiple cuts on inner side wall, unable to feel cords at current time of test. 225/40/18 (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Close to limit and wearing on inner 245/35/18 (5.2.3 (e))
  6. Pass77,484 miles (+5,810)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    77,484 miles
    Test number
    633574604457
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  7. Pass71,674 miles (+9,717)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    71,674 miles
    Test number
    270186225263
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 245/35/18 1.6-2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 245/35/18 (5.2.3 (e))
  8. Pass61,957 miles (+13,324)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    61,957 miles
    Test number
    481591969495
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  9. Pass48,633 miles (+10,200)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    48,633 miles
    Test number
    814873865886

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass38,433 miles (+2,611)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    38,433 miles
    Test number
    268388547027
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  11. Pass35,822 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    35,822 miles
    Test number
    632066891050
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and under trays fitted

Questions about L21 MLA

Does L21 MLA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L21 MLA is valid until 13 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on L21 MLA?
The MOT on L21 MLA is valid until 13 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L21 MLA done?
L21 MLA was recorded at 111,138 miles at its MOT on 6 Aug 2026, an average of 7,616 miles a year.
Has L21 MLA ever failed its MOT?
No. L21 MLA has passed all 11 of its MOT tests on record.
Has the mileage on L21 MLA 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 L21 MLA find?
L21 MLA passed its latest MOT on 6 Aug 2026 with 1 advisory: oil leak, but not excessive.

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