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Silver · Petrol · 2008 · 1,796 cc

L28 BREMOT history

L28 BRE is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz SLK first used on 25 Sept 2008. Its MOT expired on 9 Oct 2026 and it has passed 15 of 24 MOT tests, with 83,843 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Oct 2026.

L28 BRE silver Mercedes-Benz Slk – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 9 Oct 2026
Mileage
83,843 mi
At MOT on 19 Oct 2026
MOT tests
24
15 passed · 9 failed
Per year
3,762 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L28 BRE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SLK
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
25 Sept 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 9 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
19 Oct 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

L28 BRE was last recorded at 83,843 miles on 19 Oct 2026, 2,681 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
81,162 miles · 10 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
2,681 miles
Average per year
3,762 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 83,843 miles
  • 2025 – 81,162 miles
  • 2024 – 75,162 miles
  • 2023 – 73,578 miles
  • 2022 – 71,327 miles
  • 2021 – 66,310 miles
  • 2020 – 62,574 miles
  • 2019 – 57,819 miles
  • 2018 – 48,294 miles
  • 2017 – 47,396 miles
  • 2016 – 45,061 miles
  • 2015 – 42,560 miles
  • 2014 – 40,701 miles
  • 2013 – 37,482 miles
  • 2012 – 31,543 miles
  • 2011 – 26,898 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail83,843 miles
  • MajorNearside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged o/s and n/s thread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

What MOT failures 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 Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2023

Full MOT history

24 tests since 30 Aug 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail83,843 miles (+2,681)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,843 miles
    Test number
    903111408997
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged o/s and n/s thread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  2. Pass81,162 miles (+6,000)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    81,162 miles
    Test number
    851242648132
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass75,162 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    75,162 miles
    Test number
    338282180223

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail75,159 miles (+1,581)1 dangerous4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,159 miles
    Test number
    976025280676
    • DangerousFront Inner Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  5. Pass73,578 miles (+2,251)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    73,578 miles
    Test number
    951747188466
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryGearbox sump pan heavily corroded and weak

  6. Pass71,327 miles (+53)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    71,327 miles
    Test number
    621660732401
    • Advisory2 front wheel bearings Under sealed Under treys fitted Sump slight corrosion

  7. Fail71,274 miles (+4,964)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,274 miles
    Test number
    265459932803
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  8. Pass66,310 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    66,310 miles
    Test number
    574001963025
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Fail66,310 miles (+3,736)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,310 miles
    Test number
    990171200052
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass62,574 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    62,574 miles
    Test number
    489366049580
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  11. Fail62,573 miles (+4,754)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,573 miles
    Test number
    444111548402
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass57,819 miles (+9,525)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    57,819 miles
    Test number
    954286409311

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass48,294 miles (+898)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    48,294 miles
    Test number
    912226079516

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass47,396 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    47,396 miles
    Test number
    604207717741

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail47,396 miles (+2,335)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,396 miles
    Test number
    335238698764
    • FailureNearside Front Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  16. Pass45,061 miles (+2,501)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    45,061 miles
    Test number
    559022323276

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass42,560 miles (+1,859)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    42,560 miles
    Test number
    926006975194
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  18. Pass40,701 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    40,701 miles
    Test number
    229248344275
    • 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)

  19. Fail40,691 miles (+3,209)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,691 miles
    Test number
    779098644251
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • 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)

  20. Pass37,482 miles (+5,939)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    37,482 miles
    Test number
    376155243240

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass31,543 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    31,543 miles
    Test number
    469575412274

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail31,541 miles (+4,643)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,541 miles
    Test number
    876345812251
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass26,898 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    26,898 miles
    Test number
    825882541201
    • NoteN/s/f tyre cut on inner wall

  24. Fail26,896 miles2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,896 miles
    Test number
    855272141265
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteN/s/f tyre cut on inner wall

Questions about L28 BRE

Does L28 BRE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L28 BRE expired on 9 Oct 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L28 BRE?
The MOT on L28 BRE expired on 9 Oct 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L28 BRE done?
L28 BRE was recorded at 83,843 miles at its MOT on 19 Oct 2026, an average of 3,762 miles a year.
Has L28 BRE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L28 BRE has failed 9 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on L28 BRE 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 L28 BRE find?
L28 BRE failed its latest MOT on 19 Oct 2026 with 3 major defects and 2 advisories: nearside rear outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt; offside front upper anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt; offside rear outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt, and 2 more.

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