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Mercedes-Benz SLK

Black · Petrol · 2003 · 3,498 cc

L28 GMWMOT history

L28 GMW is a black petrol Mercedes-Benz SLK first used on 1 Aug 2003. Its MOT expired on 6 Mar 2023 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 184,209 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Mar 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 6 Mar 2023
Mileage
184,209 mi
At MOT on 7 Mar 2022
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
10,685 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L28 GMW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SLK
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,498 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
1 Aug 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 6 Mar 2023
Latest MOT test
7 Mar 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

L28 GMW was last recorded at 184,209 miles on 7 Mar 2022, 5,202 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Sept 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
179,007 miles · 16 Sept 2020
Between the last two tests
5,202 miles
Average per year
10,685 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 184,209 miles
  • 2020 – 179,007 miles
  • 2019 – 177,072 miles
  • 2018 – 163,213 miles
  • 2017 – 149,732 miles
  • 2016 – 138,104 miles
  • 2015 – 124,352 miles
  • 2014 – 107,330 miles
  • 2013 – 94,479 miles
  • 2012 – 92,285 miles
  • 2011 – 71,666 miles
  • 2010 – 59,501 miles
  • 2009 – 52,640 miles
  • 2007 – 20,050 miles
  • 2006 – 17,347 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass184,209 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • 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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2015–2018

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' x3 (8.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Under trays fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

22 tests since 25 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass184,209 miles (+5,202)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    184,209 miles
    Test number
    911155333962
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass179,007 miles (+1,935)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    179,007 miles
    Test number
    424255845627
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRoad wheel slightly distorted all (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays/covers fitted. Slight play in both inner rack joints.

  3. Pass177,072 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    177,072 miles
    Test number
    865828338166

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail177,072 miles (+13,859)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    177,072 miles
    Test number
    113269144690
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn front outer and cover (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn front outer (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))

  5. Pass163,213 miles (+13,481)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    163,213 miles
    Test number
    822995170137
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  6. Pass149,732 miles (+67)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    149,732 miles
    Test number
    416795824383
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' x3 (8.3.1d)

  7. Fail149,665 miles (+11,561)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,665 miles
    Test number
    156815101790
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' x3 (8.3.1d)

  8. Pass138,104 miles (+96)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    138,104 miles
    Test number
    254137854351
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  9. Fail138,008 miles (+13,656)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,008 miles
    Test number
    215234777398
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  10. Pass124,352 miles (+17,022)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    124,352 miles
    Test number
    228406775007
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  11. Pass107,330 miles (+614)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    107,330 miles
    Test number
    396471194073
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteAdvise outer sidwewall damage to N/S/F tyre but not showing cords

  12. Fail106,716 miles (+12,237)2 dangerous3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,716 miles
    Test number
    227656084082
    • DangerousNearside Front Lower Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • DangerousOffside Front Lower Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteAdvise outer sidwewall damage to N/S/F tyre but not showing cords

  13. Pass94,479 miles (+2,194)
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    94,479 miles
    Test number
    579669033080

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass92,285 miles (+20,619)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    92,285 miles
    Test number
    359840472460
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Pass71,666 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    71,666 miles
    Test number
    456222021231

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail71,665 miles (+12,164)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,665 miles
    Test number
    338662621481
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  17. Pass59,501 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    59,501 miles
    Test number
    413517290165

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail59,501 miles (+6,861)1 dangerous1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,501 miles
    Test number
    511946990152
    • DangerousNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass52,640 miles (+15,568)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    52,640 miles
    Test number
    151414669308
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  20. Pass37,072 miles (+17,022)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    37,072 miles
    Test number
    734467309005

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass20,050 miles (+2,703)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    20,050 miles
    Test number
    404677997106
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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)

  22. Pass17,347 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    17,347 miles
    Test number
    360336906499

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L28 GMW

Does L28 GMW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L28 GMW expired on 6 Mar 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L28 GMW?
The MOT on L28 GMW expired on 6 Mar 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L28 GMW done?
L28 GMW was recorded at 184,209 miles at its MOT on 7 Mar 2022, an average of 10,685 miles a year.
Has L28 GMW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L28 GMW has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Sept 2019.
Has the mileage on L28 GMW 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 GMW find?
L28 GMW passed its latest MOT on 7 Mar 2022 with 4 advisories: nearside front shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect; nearside front upper suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; offside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil, and 1 more.

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