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Mercedes-Benz SLK

White · Petrol · 2000 · 2,295 cc

L2 BKWMOT history

L2 BKW is a white petrol Mercedes-Benz SLK first used on 17 Mar 2000. Its MOT is valid until 20 Feb 2027 and it has passed 21 of 24 MOT tests, with 56,821 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 20 Feb 2027
Mileage
56,821 mi
At MOT on 9 Feb 2026
MOT tests
24
21 passed · 3 failed
Per year
1,024 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L2 BKW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SLK
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,295 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
17 Mar 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L2 BKW was last recorded at 56,821 miles on 9 Feb 2026, 10 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
56,811 miles · 10 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
10 miles
Average per year
1,024 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 56,821 miles
  • 2025 – 56,811 miles
  • 2024 – 56,791 miles
  • 2023 – 56,279 miles
  • 2022 – 55,566 miles
  • 2021 – 55,097 miles
  • 2020 – 53,228 miles
  • 2019 – 52,882 miles
  • 2018 – 52,780 miles
  • 2017 – 52,364 miles
  • 2016 – 51,643 miles
  • 2015 – 49,791 miles
  • 2014 – 48,541 miles
  • 2013 – 47,087 miles
  • 2012 – 45,650 miles
  • 2011 – 44,121 miles
  • 2010 – 43,060 miles
  • 2009 – 40,804 miles
  • 2008 – 39,124 miles
  • 2007 – 37,954 miles
  • 2006 – 36,349 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass56,821 miles
  • MinorNearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre tread cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded

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 damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view has stone chip in front screen

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

  • Exhasut has slight blow

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2017

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2010

  • Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2010

Full MOT history

24 tests since 10 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass56,821 miles (+10)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    56,821 miles
    Test number
    340191491969
    • MinorNearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre tread cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded

  2. Pass56,811 miles (+20)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    56,811 miles
    Test number
    714138266138
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Steering box slight play between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.1.3 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Outer exhaust box corroding
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Oil leak, but not excessive diff/axle has an oil leak present (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass56,791 miles (+512)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    56,791 miles
    Test number
    592101805599
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroding

  4. Pass56,279 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    56,279 miles
    Test number
    914986554302
    • AdvisorySlight play in steering damper

  5. Fail56,271 miles (+705)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,271 miles
    Test number
    215942679089
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight play in steering damper

  6. Pass55,566 miles (+469)
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    55,566 miles
    Test number
    379757249263

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass55,097 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    55,097 miles
    Test number
    366893493621
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view has stone chip in front screen (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhasut has slight blow

  8. Fail55,097 miles (+1,869)1 dangerous1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,097 miles
    Test number
    855744278464
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view has stone chip in front screen (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhasut has slight blow

  9. Pass53,228 miles (+346)
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    53,228 miles
    Test number
    271471977153

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass52,882 miles (+102)
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    52,882 miles
    Test number
    912448605528

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass52,780 miles (+416)
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    52,780 miles
    Test number
    729027343272

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass52,364 miles (+721)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    52,364 miles
    Test number
    582031523384
    • AdvisoryChip in windscreen.
    • AdvisoryExhaust outside casing corroded.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre wearing outside edge.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass51,643 miles (+1,852)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    51,643 miles
    Test number
    432445773360
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  14. Pass49,791 miles (+1,250)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    49,791 miles
    Test number
    669143935079

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass48,541 miles (+1,454)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    48,541 miles
    Test number
    847143144055
    • AdvisoryFront suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteOffside rear tyre perished/ cracked

  16. Pass47,087 miles (+1,437)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    47,087 miles
    Test number
    917672343062

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass45,650 miles (+1,529)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    45,650 miles
    Test number
    678427442004
    • AdvisoryCentre Steering damper slight oil seepage (2.2.C.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  18. Pass44,121 miles (+1,061)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    44,121 miles
    Test number
    966645851040

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass43,060 miles (+2,256)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    43,060 miles
    Test number
    734455050076
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Pass40,804 miles (+42)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    40,804 miles
    Test number
    382928949082
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  21. Fail40,762 miles (+1,638)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,762 miles
    Test number
    264972449043
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

  22. Pass39,124 miles (+1,170)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    39,124 miles
    Test number
    590000268028

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass37,954 miles (+1,605)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    37,954 miles
    Test number
    334931967092
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre has a nail in the tread
    • NoteUnable to fully inspect the outer sills because of plastic skirting that are fitted

  24. Pass36,349 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    36,349 miles
    Test number
    483831446081
    • NoteFront tyres wearing on edges

Questions about L2 BKW

Does L2 BKW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L2 BKW is valid until 20 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on L2 BKW?
The MOT on L2 BKW is valid until 20 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L2 BKW done?
L2 BKW was recorded at 56,821 miles at its MOT on 9 Feb 2026, an average of 1,024 miles a year.
Has L2 BKW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L2 BKW has failed 3 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Feb 2023.
Has the mileage on L2 BKW 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 L2 BKW find?
L2 BKW passed its latest MOT on 9 Feb 2026 with 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: nearside rear tyre obviously under inflated; nearside front upper shock absorbers has light misting of oil; nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre tread cracking, and 4 more.

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